India’s plans for the second Test against South Africa have been disrupted, with captain Shubman Gill ruled out of travelling to Guwahati due to acute neck pain. He has been advised strict rest and instructed to avoid flying. With his availability uncertain, the management has called all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy to join the squad early after his stint with India A in Rajkot.
Shubman Gill Ruled Out
Nitish, who has played nine Tests, adds useful support with both bat and ball. He was not part of the first Test but has now been brought back as a possible replacement. India, currently 0-1 down in the series, will travel on Wednesday and monitor Gill’s recovery closely.
