June 19, 2025
Team India was dealt a nervous moment on Wednesday as one of their key batters suffered an injury scare during a training session ahead of the much-anticipated first Test against England, scheduled to begin next week.
According to sources close to the team, the incident occurred during an intense net session at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, where the squad has been preparing for the five-match Test series against England. The batter, whose name has not been officially confirmed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), reportedly sustained a minor injury while attempting a pull shot against a short-pitched delivery from one of the fast bowlers.
Eyewitnesses revealed that the player appeared to be in considerable discomfort immediately after the mishap and was seen limping slightly before being assisted off the field by medical staff. The team’s physio conducted an on-the-spot assessment, and the player was subsequently sent for precautionary scans.
A senior BCCI official provided a brief update, saying, “The player suffered a minor niggle during training today. As a precautionary measure, we have sent him for scans. The medical team is monitoring him closely. At this point, it’s too early to determine the extent of the injury or whether it will affect his availability for the first Test.”
This development has raised concerns in the Indian camp, especially given the importance of the upcoming series against England — a key part of the ongoing World Test Championship cycle. With the home side already dealing with a few injury concerns in the bowling department, any blow to the batting lineup could further complicate team balance.
The team management is likely to make a final call on the player’s participation in the first Test based on the scan results and medical advice over the next 48 hours. Should the batter be ruled out or deemed unfit for the opening Test, selectors might be forced to look at standby options, including domestic stalwarts and fringe players currently training at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru.
Fans have taken to social media expressing concern and hoping for a swift recovery. “Hope it’s nothing serious. We can’t afford to lose another key player right now,” wrote one user on X (formerly Twitter).
India and England are set to face off in a highly anticipated series that promises to be a clash of styles — England’s aggressive “Bazball” approach versus India’s formidable home record. The first Test is scheduled to begin on June 26 at the iconic Chepauk Stadium in Chennai.
As the nation waits anxiously for further updates, all eyes will be on the medical team’s report, which could significantly impact India’s preparation and strategy for the series opener.
