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Vizag: In what could be called as a bad piece of news for the Indian side in the ongoing Test series versus England, young Shubman Gill has picked up an injury and will not take the field on Day 4 at Vizag in the 2nd Test. Gill hurt his right index finger while fielding on Day 2. Yet, he came out to bat on the third day and hit a brilliant century to put India on top. Gill, who is a good slip fielder, would surely be missed and now it would be interesting to see if he can recover in time for the third Test.
Given the form Gill is in, if he does not play – it would be a major setback for the side.
Gill hit 104, but what surprised us all was that the young batter did not break into his customary century celebration. He usually bows after scoring a century in a way to thank the crowd, but there was nothing of that kind on Sunday. Instead it was a modest celebration from Gill after he reached the milestone.
“It felt good. I just thought the job was not done for the team. So, that’s why it was a little mellowed celebration,” he said while speaking to the press after the day’s play.
Claiming that it was not a wicket where one can hit on the rise, Gill also went on to reveal that it was a decent wicket to bat on. He said one has to apply himself and stay switched on all the time as the odd one is turning and keeping low.
“I think so (getting pulled up by his father for that shot that got him out). I’ll get to know once I get back to the hotel but I think so. He comes for most of my games, there’s no such pressure. I think it’s 70-30 at the moment. Morning session will be key. We’ve seen there is moisture in the morning and help for fast bowlers and spinners,” Gill said at stumps.
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