Gill not to travel with team to Guwahati, doubtful for second Test

India captain Shubman Gill is unlikely to play in the second Test against South Africa after Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) sources confirmed that he will not travel with the team to Guwahati on Wednesday.

The team is scheduled to hold an optional training session on Tuesday, but Gill is expected to miss it as well.

“He has acute neck pain, and we’re not allowed to further go into details about the injury. He has to continue wearing the neck collar,” a CAB source told PTI, indicating that the opener’s recovery may take longer than expected.

Gill’s absence would be a significant setback for India as they look to level the series, with team management now assessing backup options at the top of the order.