Shubman Gill, who missed the first Test at Perth due to a dinner injury, appears to be on the path to recovery. At a training session at Manuka Oval, where India will play a pink-ball practice match against the PM XI starting November 30, Gill was seen batting in the nets.
Recovery and Training Updates:
- Gill first faced throwdowns with an increasing pace for about 30 minutes before moving to the bowling nets.
- He faced bowlers like Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep, and Yash Dayal briefly, indicating good progress in his fitness.
Weather Concerns:
The weather forecast for the practice game isn’t favorable, with rain expected throughout the weekend. Despite a light drizzle on Friday, the Indian team continued their training.
Rohit Sharma Returns:
- Rohit Sharma, who trained alone in Perth during the first Test, returned to the nets at Manuka Oval.
- He was the first to hit the nets, followed by Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli.
- The rest of the team engaged in warm-ups, running drills, and a lively game of touch football, filled with laughter as players avoided letting the ball touch the ground.
India’s preparation seems to be ramping up as they look to bounce back in the series, with both Gill and Rohit’s return adding strength to the squad. However, weather disruptions remain a looming concern for the upcoming pink-ball practice game.
