KL Rahul led India at the toss ahead of Shubman Gill in the team's three-day warm-up match against Sri Lanka XI in Colombo.
The absence of Shubman Gill from the team was confirmed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) soon after the toss. According to the BCCI, Gill suffered an injury to his right ring finger during practice on Thursday.
The injury was sustained as a precautionary measure, and the BCCI Medical Team is monitoring Gill's progress. KL Rahul was named as his replacement, leading the team in his absence.
Sri Lanka XI skipper Sonal Dinusha won the toss and chose to bat first in the warm-up match, which is India's final preparation before the two-Test series against Sri Lanka.
The first Test will be played in Galle from August 15, while the second Test is scheduled to begin in Colombo on August 23. This series will be crucial for India, especially with the World Test Championship in mind.
KL Rahul's leadership in Gill's absence will be a significant test of his skills as a captain. With a strong team behind him, Rahul will be looking to guide India to a winning start in the series.
The absence of Shubman Gill due to injury is a setback for India, especially with the series against Sri Lanka starting soon. However, the team has shown resilience in the past, and Rahul's leadership will be crucial in this situation.
The three-day warm-up match is a crucial preparation for India before the Test series against Sri Lanka. With the first Test just around the corner, India will be looking to get their team in the best possible shape before the series begins.
KL Rahul's leadership will be closely watched by cricket fans and experts alike, especially with the World Test Championship in mind. The team's performance in this series will be a significant indicator of their chances in the championship.
The BCCI Medical Team is closely monitoring Shubman Gill's injury and will provide updates on his progress. For now, KL Rahul will lead the team in his absence, and it will be interesting to see how he performs as captain.
Source: Yahoo Sports