In the highly anticipated ICC World Cup 2023, Team India’s opener, Shubman Gill, faces some health concerns. The opening match against Australia witnessed Gill’s absence, but the team rallied with exceptional performances from Virat Kohli and KL Rahul, clinching a six-wicket victory while chasing a target of 200 runs.
Shubman Gill Doubt For ICC World Cup 2023
Gill suffered from Dengue Fever, which led to his hospitalization at Chennai’s Kauvery Hospital. He is currently under the expert care of medical specialists. It made Gill miss the opening match against Australia where the early wickets.
Recent developments reveal that Gill’s platelet count has been consistently low, prompting him to skip the team’s journey to Delhi, where they are scheduled to face Afghanistan on October 11, 2023. The medical team strongly recommends that Gill shouldn’t be flying along with team India with a reduced platelet count. BCCI officially confirmed that Shubman Gill won’t be available for the Delhi game.
ICC World Cup 2023 – Ind Vs Pak
The big question looming is whether Gill will recover in time for the high-octane showdown in ICC World Cup 2023 against arch-rivals Pakistan in Ahmedabad on October 14. Gill’s absence was keenly felt during the first match, given his remarkable track record at the Narendra Modi Stadium while representing the Gujarat Titans in the IPL.
As Gill’s fitness remains uncertain, there’s a possibility that he may be ruled out of the tournament if his condition does not improve. The team’s management has alternatives in mind, with the likes of Ruturaj Gaikwad or Yashasvi Jaiswal in contention to replace Gill as the opening batsman. However, their inclusion in the starting eleven is not guaranteed and will depend on the evolving situation.
The coming days will play a pivotal role in determining whether Team India needs to make a new addition to their lineup for the ICC World Cup 2023.
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