Shubman Gill Set to Make Test Return in Adelaide After Finger Injury
Shubman Gill, who missed India’s commanding victory in the first Test at Perth due to a left finger injury, is expected to make his return to the squad for the second Test in Adelaide. The talented opener took part in a 30-minute throwdown session at Manuka Oval, where he faced a few of India’s pacers, signaling his readiness to rejoin the playing XI.
Gill’s inclusion will provide a major boost to India’s batting lineup, further strengthening the team for the upcoming challenge. The Indian team is currently in Canberra, where they are preparing for the second Test by playing a two-day pink-ball warm-up match against the Prime Minister’s XI at Manuka Oval. This warm-up game is crucial for India’s players to acclimatize to the pink ball and its unique characteristics ahead of the high-stakes clash in Adelaide.
India already holds a 1-0 series lead, having triumphed in the first Test at Perth by a dominant 295 runs. However, the memory of India’s dramatic collapse in the 2021 Adelaide pink-ball Test, where they were bowled out for just 36, looms large. This historic defeat serves as a sharp reminder that the team must stay vigilant, as Australia could be poised for a fierce fightback.
Shubman Gill has been in exceptional form this season, amassing 806 runs in 10 matches and 19 innings at an average of over 47, including three centuries and fifties. Batting at number three—a position he will continue to occupy during this series—Gill has scored 926 runs in 14 matches, with an average of 42.09, including three centuries and fifties in 25 innings.
As India prepares for the second Test in Adelaide, Gill’s return will be vital in their quest for a series victory.
