second day of first day India-South Africa The Kolkata Test saw a moment of worry as the host team captain Shubman Gill Retired hurt shortly after reaching the crease. The young captain, who was looking calm initially, was forced to walk off due to visible neck discomfort, prompting immediate medical attention and an official update from the BCCI.
Shubman Gill’s brilliant start halted due to neck injury
Gill came to bat chasing washington beautifulHis dismissal in the 35th over and his early movements showed complete assurance. He negotiated the first two deliveries simon harmer Confidently before hitting a clean, well-timed sweep over square leg for four. However, the grandeur of the shot was followed by an unexpected twist.
As he completed the stroke, Gill appeared clearly distressed. He removed his helmet almost instinctively and reached for the left side of his neck, indicating discomfort. Within a few seconds it became clear that the matter was not small. Gill stopped, assessed his condition and sought immediate assistance from the physio.
Indian captain retires hurt after brief assessment on field
The on-field medical team carried out a quick assessment, but Gill showed signs of increasing stiffness. Not wanting to escalate the problem, Indian think-tanks chose to err on the side of caution rather than risk. The captain was advised to return to the dressing room for further tests, ending his stay at the crease after facing only three balls.
Gill looked distressed as he left the field, with support staff repeatedly going in and out of the dressing room area. The incident naturally created concern in the Indian camp, especially given his central role as both captain and top-order batsman.
The 25-year-old had just taken charge and looked set to take India’s innings forward, making the timing of the blow all the more unsettling. Brief treatment by on-field physio did not alleviate the stiffness, leading to the decision to retire hurt.
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BCCI issues official update on Gill’s condition
Soon after the incident, the BCCI issued a statement confirming that the Indian captain had suffered neck cramps. Although not a major structural injury, neck strain can severely restrict movement and requires careful management, especially during a high-intensity Test match.
“Shubman Gill has neck cramps and is being monitored by the BCCI medical team. A decision on his participation today will be taken as per his progress.” the board said on X (formerly Twitter).
🚨 UPDATE 🚨
Shubman Gill has a neck cramp and is being monitored by the BCCI medical team. Today the decision on his participation will be taken according to his progress.
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– BCCI (@BCCI) 15 November 2025
The update indicates that Gill’s return on day two will entirely depend on how well he responds to treatment over the next few hours. With a long series ahead and a heavy batting responsibility on their shoulders, the Indian team is expected to tread carefully. Gill’s injury comes at a crucial stage of the Test, where India are aiming to strengthen their position against a competitive South African attack. His availability for the rest of the day – and potentially for the innings – will be crucial in determining India’s outlook going forward.
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