Just 24 hours before the start of the second and decisive match of the two-match Test series between India and South Africa, the Indian cricket team has suffered a major setback. team captain Shubhman Gillwho retired after suffering a neck spasm during the Kolkata Test, BCCI has released him from the team,

With this Gill now will go to Mumbaiwhere he will be medically evaluated. Whereas in this important match to be held in Guwahati Rishabh Pant will take charge of the Indian team,

Gill’s exit is a major blow to the team on both an emotional and strategic level, as India have lost the first Test by 30 runs and are trailing 0-1 in the series.

On the second day of the first Test, after playing a sweep shot off South African spinner Simon Harmer, Shubman Gill suddenly placed his hand behind his neck and was seen writhing in pain.
Physio came to the field, but due to lack of relief, Gill retired heart After that they returned back.

Later he was taken to the hospital. Although he was discharged the next day, Did not come out to bat in the second inningsand India lost this match.

On Friday, BCCI issued a press statement saying:

It is clear from this statement that the medical team has decided not to take any risk.

India’s stand-in captain Rishabh Pant Told in the press conference that Shubman Gill wanted to play the match.

In Pant’s words:

He said that the team has almost decided who will play in place of Gill.

Shubhman Gill had reached Guwahati, where he traveled in a separate vehicle from the team — so as not to put pressure on his neck.
India’s batting coach Sitanshu Kotak had said on Thursday that the decision would be taken later.

After medical examination on Friday, it was confirmed that he Not fit for second test,

Gill’s exclusion will have a big impact on the Indian batting order.
now probably in their place Sai Sudharshan Or Devdutt Padikkal may get a chance.

Along with this, Dhruv Jurel can be given a chance to bat at number 4.

On the other hand, all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddywho was released before the first Test, has now joined the team in Guwahati.

Shubhman Gill has been playing cricket continuously for the last several months.
From Champions Trophy in February till now He was not left out of any format.
The responsibilities of captaincy, the constant travel and pressure of matches — all increased his risk of fatigue and injury.

The board now wants to ensure that he takes the field in the next match only after being 100% fit.

Three-match ODI series between India and South Africa Ranchi from 30th November Will start in.
Whether Gill will be available for him or not will be decided only after the medical report in Mumbai.

If his recovery takes time, he may also be out of the initial matches of the ODI series.

India has lost in the first match, so for the Guwahati Test team do or die As it is.
Change of captain, exit of the opening batsman and change in the middle order — all this will affect the team’s strategy.

Therefore, now all eyes will be on the captaincy of Rishabh Pant and the performance of Indian batting.

Shubman Gill’s exclusion from the second Test is a big blow for India, but giving priority to his health is the right step.
The team will now look to level the series under the captaincy of Rishabh Pant.

Gill’s recovery will prove crucial for the Indian team in the coming weeks — especially with the ODI series and major tournaments coming up.