The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed that Indian skipper Shubman Gill suffered a neck spasm following his sweep shot for a boundary during day two of the first Test against South Africa in Kolkata, with the decision set to be taken today on his further participation in the match.

During the 35th over of the match, Gill took to the field after Washington Sundar’s dismissal and played an aggressive sweep for a four on the third delivery he faced. However, after that, he was seen holding his neck and looked in pain. He was taken back to the pavillion, and he retired hurt.

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A statement issued by BCCI on their X handle said, “Shubman Gill has a neck spasm and is being monitored by the BCCI medical team. A decision on his participation today will be taken as

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