Shubman Gill Injury Update: Likely to Miss South Africa T20Is as Neck Injury Recovery Slows

Shubman Gill’s comeback might take longer than expected as doctors are still trying to understand how serious his neck injury is. The Indian Test captain was ruled out of the IND vs SA 2nd Test after hurting his neck in Kolkata, an injury that even required a hospital visit.

Now, reports say that Gill’s recovery could take more time, and he is almost certain to miss the T20I series against South Africa. As per news agency PTI, a source claimed that medical tests are being done on Gill to ascertain if his injury is a muscular one or a nerve-related niggle that requires more rest.

Shubman Gill Likely to Miss South Africa T20Is as Neck Injury Assessment Continues

While the source claimed that the selectors were optimistic about the star getting fit in time for the IND vs SA T20Is, it was highly doubtful that he will be a part of the series.

The source added that Gill had been given an injection to alleviate his symptoms and that he will need a period of rest before commencing rehab, training and skill work. “All tests are being done to ascertain whether it is a muscular injury or a nerve-related niggle that requires more rest. As of now, selectors will be hoping he gets fit for the South Africa T20Is. Gill has been given an injection to alleviate his symptoms and will need a period of rest before starting rehab, training and skill work. There is every chance he could also be doubtful for the T20I series,” sources told the news agency.

Shubman Gill is currently in Mumbai, where he has undergone an MRI scan to find out the exact cause of his neck injury. The team management doesn’t want to rush his return since he plays in all formats.

According to the report, chief selector Ajit Agarkar has received the medical assessment after Gill met spine specialist Dr Abhay Nene for further checks. The IND vs SA T20I series begins on December 9.