Good luck Gill, India’s opening batsman, landed in Ahmedabad, marking his recovery from dengue fever However, the cricketing world is on tenterhooks over his availability for the upcoming marquee match against him PakistanScheduled for this Saturday.
A video of Shubman’s arrival at the Ahmedabad airport created waves on social media, especially X (formerly Twitter).
In the video, Shubman is seen navigating through the airport, when a group of journalists approach him with questions about his possible presence in Pakistan’s crucial clash. Despite the curiosity, the star Indian batsman has chosen to remain tight-lipped on the matter.
then @Shubmangil Reached Ahmedabad, hope he recovers soon and give good news as soon as possible #WorldCup2023 pic.twitter.com/f7NC1JR1KU
— Vipul Kashyap (@kashyapvipul) October 11, 2023
Shubman hits the net
Even as doubts persisted over his participation in the Pakistan clash, Shubman wasted no time in resuming his batting practice. Arriving in Ahmedabad, the 25-year-old took to the nets, all set for the scheduled match against Pakistan on October 14.
In the absence of Shubman, shedding due to dengue fever. Ishan Kishan Enter as Rohit SharmaIndia’s opening partner in the previous two matches against Australia and Afghanistan. Kishan contributed significantly to India’s victory over Afghanistan, scoring a crucial 47 runs.
Shubman Gill hits the net before INDvPAK FTB https://t.co/5CC7YJocIv
— Star Sports (@starsportsindia) October 12, 2023
India is off to a good start in the World Cup
India has enjoyed a decent start in the ongoing multinational event. The Rohit Sharma-led team has registered wins in both the two matches they have played so far. India first played the mighty Australians in Chennai on 8 October where they won the low-scoring contest by 6 wickets. Virat Kohli (85) and KL Rahul (97 no) Both were knocked by Sudarshan during India’s successful chase of 200 runs.
Similarly, in their second match, India defeated Afghanistan by 8 wickets. Captain Rohit broke numerous records with his magnificent century. The Indian captain scored 131 runs off 84 balls and Kohli remained unbeaten on 55 runs.