Shubman Gill set to travel Guwahati for 2nd Test:Suffered neck injury at Kolkata Test, responding well; participation in second Test is yet to be confirmed

Team India faced an embarrassing 30-run defeat against South Africa in the first Test at Kolkata, and now there is a fresh update on injured skipper Shubman Gill’s condition. The BCCI has confirmed that Gill will travel with the team to Guwahati as he is showing good signs of recovery. According to the board, the medical team is keeping a close watch on Gill’s progress and will continue to monitor him ahead of the second Test. The management is hopeful but cautious, given the nature of his injury. Gill had suffered a neck injury while batting in the Kolkata Test. His availability for the Guwahati match still remains uncertain, and a final decision will be taken only after his next fitness assessment. BCCI shares medical update on Shubman Gill Indian captain Shubman Gill suffered a neck injury on Day 2 of the Kolkata Test against South Africa and was taken to the hospital for examination after play ended. He was kept under observation for a day and later discharged, with doctors confirming that he is recovering well. The BCCI has stated that Gill will travel with the team to Guwahati on 19th November, 2025. The medical team will continue to monitor his condition closely, and a final decision regarding his participation in the second Test will be taken based on his progress. Gill suffered a neck injury during the Kolkata Test Shubman Gill’s injury occurred during India’s first innings when he came out to bat in the 35th over after Washington Sundar’s dismissal. He faced two dot balls from Simon Harmer and then opened his account with a four. But while attempting a sweep shot, he felt sudden pain in his neck. The team physio immediately entered the field, and Gill walked off with him. He managed to score only 4 runs. Later, he was taken to a private hospital for scans and was seen wearing a neck brace. Gill did not return for fielding or batting in the second innings, raising concerns about his availability for the next Test. Rishabh Pant is likely to lead if Gill misses out If Shubman Gill is unable to play the Guwahati Test, vice-captain Rishabh Pant will lead India. Pant had also taken over the captaincy during the Kolkata Test after Gill was forced out. As per team protocol, the vice-captain steps in whenever the captain is unavailable. India trails 0-1 in the series India lost the first Test in Kolkata by 30 runs after being bowled out for just 93 while chasing 124. The defeat allowed South Africa to take a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. With only one game left, India must win the Guwahati Test to finish the series with a draw.