Shubman Gill has been ruled out of the first Test match in Perth due to a fractured thumb

Shubman Gill has been ruled out of the first Test in Perth after suffering a fractured thumb

Shubman Gill has been ruled out of the first Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth due

to a fractured left thumb. The injury occurred during a fielding session at the WACA on November 16

while he was taking part in a match simulation. Although the exact moment of the injury is unclear, initial

reports indicate that it is a hairline fracture. This setback comes at a crucial time as India prepares for

the series opener on November 22.