Shubman Gill missed the opening day of India’s three-day warm-up match against an SLC XI in Colombo after sustaining an impact injury to his right ring finger during practice on Thursday. KL Rahul led India in Gill’s absence as the SLC XI reached 363 for 8 from 90 overs.
Gill monitored after right ring finger injury
Gill remained out of the field as a precaution, with the BCCI Medical Team monitoring the India captain’s recovery. The team did not confirm whether the injury would affect Gill’s availability beyond the opening day of the warm-up fixture.
The report from Colombo said Gill sustained the injury during India’s practice session before the match at the Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground.
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India’s bowlers recover after a slow start
India’s bowling group took time to settle on a demanding surface before the spinners found assistance as the day progressed. Kuldeep Yadav, Manav Suthar and Ravindra Jadeja claimed two wickets each, while Gurnoor Brar took one wicket.
Kuldeep returned 2 for 76, Suthar recorded 2 for 33 and Jadeja finished with 2 for 64. Brar’s figures were 1 for 49. Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna also bowled during the 90-over workout.
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Ravindu Rasantha led the SLC XI batting with 71, while Nishan Fernando made 66 and Sonal Dinusha scored 52. The hosts continued to accumulate runs despite India taking wickets more regularly later in the day.
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India rotate wicketkeepers and leave Nabi unused
India shared wicketkeeping duties between Rishabh Pant and Dhruv Jurel, with Pant starting behind the stumps before Jurel took over later in the day. Jurel had initially fielded in a close catching position.
Auqib Nabi, who joined the group as a replacement for the injured Jasprit Bumrah, did not bowl on Day 1 and remained on drinks duty alongside support staff and net bowlers. India did not confirm what Nabi’s non-use meant for selection in the upcoming fixtures.
Day 1 score summary
SLC XI closed the opening day on 363 for 8 after 90 overs, with three batters passing fifty and India’s spin options taking six wickets between them.
| Category | Day 1 details |
|---|---|
| SLC XI score | 363 for 8 from 90 overs |
| Leading batters | Ravindu Rasantha 71, Nishan Fernando 66, Sonal Dinusha 52 |
| Manav Suthar | 2 for 33 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 2 for 64 |
| Kuldeep Yadav | 2 for 76 |
| Gurnoor Brar | 1 for 49 |
The warm-up match continues with India expected to bat as the surface begins to offer more turn. Gill’s recovery remains the main fitness issue awaiting further clarification.
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