India were dealt a significant setback on the second day of the opening Test at the Eden Gardens as their skipper’s availability for the remainder of the match came under serious doubt. The opener was taken to the Woodlands Hospital on Saturday evening with his neck tightly immobilised, raising immediate concerns about the severity of his condition. The incident came just hours after he had retired hurt during India’s first innings.

The injury occurred early in his knock when he attempted a slog-sweep against Simon Harmer and appeared to suffer a whiplash motion while completing the shot. Although the ball raced away for four, he was seen instantly clutching the back of his neck, visibly in discomfort. The team physio rushed out to assess him, but after a brief discussion, the decision wa

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