
India has suffered a significant blow ahead of the series-deciding second Test. Captain Shubman Gill has been officially ruled out of the match after failing to recover from a neck injury. In his absence, Vice-Captain Rishabh Pant has been named the stand-in captain.
Shubman Gill’s absence is due to a recurring neck spasm issue that has plagued him recently.
With Gill out, Rishabh Pant will lead India in a must-win game.
Finding a replacement for Gill at No. 3 is complicated by a tactical issue: Too many left-handers. In Kolkata, India fielded five left-handers in their top eight, which allowed South African off-spinner Simon Harmer (Player of the Match) to dominate.
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The 2nd Test will feature unique playing conditions due to the location in North East India.
Summary: India enters the Guwahati Test with a new captain, a forced change in the batting order, and a tactical dilemma regarding left-handers. All eyes will be on Rishabh Pant’s team selection at the toss on Saturday morning.




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