Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:30am on 21 Nov 2025,Friday Sports
India captain Shubman Gill has been ruled out of the second and final Test against South Africa due to a neck injury sustained during the first match. The Test, scheduled at Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati, will see wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant take over as captain, marking a significant leadership change. The Indian team is also exploring options for a replacement batter, with Nitish Kumar Reddy reportedly in consideration. Gill’s absence poses a challenge for India’s batting lineup, while Pant’s leadership will be crucial in navigating the team through the decisive match. (PC: Reuters)
