According to the latest reports, India batter Shubman Gill could be a doubt for the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth.
India have been practicing at the Western Australian Cricket Association (WACA) nets in Perth for the past week or so, ahead of their series opener against Australia at the Optus Stadium.
Much of the focus around India's team selection has been on the opening slot. Regular opener and captain Rohit Sharma has just welcomed his second child, and it is still doubtful whether he will make it to Australia with enough time and match fitness to take part in the first Test.
One of the options that could replace him is Shubman Gill, moving up from his regular No.3 spot. However, the latest reports suggest that this solution might end up going off the table.
According to reports from Times of India and RevSportz, Gill injured his finger while taking a slip catch during India's match simulation practice, which has been underway since Friday.
Reportedly, the early indications are that Gill could miss the first Test, but return in time for the second match in Adelaide which begins on December 6. He is yet to be officially ruled out of the Perth Test, though.
