The writings were there on the wall and it’s now confirmed. Shubman Gill misses IND vs AUS World Cup clash as he is recovering from dengue. Ishan Kishan gets a lifeline and he will open the batting with Rohit Sharma in India vs Australia ODI World Cup 2023 clash. Shubman Gill health troubles have added to the Indian team’s concerns ahead of their opening WC game against Australia. According to various reports, the batter is a questionable starter for Sunday’s match.
If Gill is unable to play, Ishan Kishan might be next in line to start.
The most destructive ODI batsman for India in recent times, Shubman Gill, is reportedly suffering from a high temperature and will be tested for dengue on Friday before a decision is made.
Shubhman Gill has been sick since arriving in Chennai. A BCCI source with knowledge of squad affairs informed PTI on the condition of anonymity that star India opener will undergo tests on Friday.
Gill is reportedly being tested for dengue, and if so, he may have to miss a few games.
Patients with dengue can take anywhere between 7 and 10 days to fully recover physically and be ready to resume routine activities.
Ishan Kishan in-line to replace Gill
Gill (24) was understandably unable to take part in the Indian team’s practice sessions on Thursday, which has lent substance to rumors about Rohit Sharma’s opening partner in the match against Australia. KL Rahul or Ishan Kishan could be assigned the assignment.
Rahul may not be asked to take over the role of opener given that he is now India’s middle order batter and wicketkeeper, according to captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Rahul Dravid.
Ishan Kishan will be the best option to start the innings in that circumstance. Not to mention, Kishan has already performed the necessary duties when he started the West Indies innings.
R Ashwin has a good chance of playing in Chennai because of the slow and low playing surface there. Rohit will want to get the most out of the track since Ashwin enjoys bowling on his own soil.
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