Shubman Gill injured: Team India has suffered a major setback in the Eden Gardens Test between India and South Africa (IND vs SA). Batsman Shubman Gill has been ruled out of the match due to a neck injury. BCCI informed in an official BCCI update that Gill has been admitted to the hospital and is under observation.
This India vs South Africa Test Injury news is a matter of concern for Team India as Gill retired hurt in the opening innings. According to the latest Gill injury news, Rishabh Pant took over the captaincy in his absence.
What happened to Shubman Gill?
- Gill was taken to the hospital after the end of the second day's play.
- He complained of neck pain and stiffness.
- As a precaution, he was taken off the field on a stretcher and was seen wearing a neck brace.
- The BCCI said that Gill is currently under observation at the hospital and is being closely monitored by the medical team.
How did Shubman Gill get injured?
- Gill played a sweep shot to hit a four off Simon Harmer.
- A few balls later, he felt severe pain in his neck and immediately called the physio.
- Gill retired hurt and did not return to bat.
- India's first innings was reduced to 189 runs.
Shubman Gill's previous injury history
- In October 2024, Gill was also ruled out of a Test match against New Zealand due to neck stiffness.
- He was also seen performing neck exercises with the medical team before the match.
Coach Morne Morkel's statement
India's bowling coach Morne Morkel said:
Gill is extremely fit and takes good care of himself. This injury is unfortunate and came at the wrong time.
Change in captaincy
In Gill's absence, Rishabh Pant captained the team in South Africa's second innings.
Arjit Kumar - Sunday, Nov 16, 2025
