IND vs SA: Shubman Gill Under Observation After Neck Spasm; India Bowled Out for 189. Shubman Gill, the Indian skipper, experienced a sudden neck spasm on Day 2 of the first Test against South Africa at Eden Gardens, raising questions about his immediate fitness. Gill came out at No. 4 and seemed to be positive at the start, hitting a nice four off just three balls. After playing that particular shot — and showing visible discomfort, he eventually had to retire hurt.
This happened at a critical stage of India’s innings, just as they were trying to build from a shaky start. Gill was examined by the physio before being taken off the field for further observation. The BCCI has stated he remains under medical observation and will remain so until a potential return today, depending on treatment response.
India all out for 189; Shubman gill did not came to bat
India’s innings struggled to find any tempo after Gill went off injured, as they were bowled out for 189, a lead of just 30 runs over South Africa’s first innings score of 159 runs. The middle-order batters failed to build a good start, and with the captain missing during a critical period, they added further pressure in the context of the match.
India is now in a tricky tactical position. If Gill dictates that he can’t bat or field, the management will need to reorganise both batting order and leadership on the pitch. His status is under close watch as India prepares for the next phase of the game.
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For now, Gill’s status is being reported hour by hour, and the hope is very much alive among the Indian camp that their skipper can return to a team that needs the reliability more than anything else.