Setback For Punjab Kings Before IPL 2025! Josh Inglis Ruled Out Of Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Josh Inglis Has Been Sidelined Due To Injury (Source: @cricketcomau/x.com)

The entire cricket world is experiencing some thrilling cricket action as Australia is crossing swords with India at the iconic Melbourne Stadium. The match has been heated up with intense rivalry. In between that, Punjab Kings Star sustained an unfortunate injury, raising concerns between fans and the team.

Australian wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis is set to donn the Punjab Kings jersey in the upcoming season of the IPL. Before that, his sudden injury in the ongoing Test series raised concerns.

Inglis’ Injury Raises Concern Before IPL

As the Border-Gavaskar Trophy is back with another thrilling edition, fans are enjoying some thrilling cricket actions on the field. As the fourth Test match is going live on the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the Australian wicketkeeper-batter sustained an injury, sparking concerns among the team.

 In the ongoing Test series, the Australian side is facing a back-to-back injury blow. Josh Inglis is the newest edition of the group. On day 2 of the ongoing Test match, Inglis sustained a calf strain when he was on the field as a sub-fielder. As a result of that, he is set to miss the rest of the series. As the IPL 2025 is coming up, his injury can be a massive concern for Punjab Kings. The spokesperson of the Australian team has addressed the unfortunate setback.

“A replacement in the squad for the fifth Test match in Sydney will be announced in due course. Inglis is anticipated to be available for Australia’s tour of Sri Lanka, which follows the home Test Series. His availability for the Big Bash League will be determined by his return to play management plan.” the source said.

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The Thrills Are Touching New Heights At MCG

After three matches of the five-match Test series, the series is still hanging at a 1-1 balance. As both teams step into the Melbourne Cricket Ground. After Australia put on a high total of 474 runs, Team India turned the tide depending on an incredible partnership between Nitish Kumar Reddy and Washington Sundar. Reddy scored his maiden Test ton and Jaiswal played a crucial knock of 82 runs.

After ending the first innings in 369 runs, the Indian bowlers are looking high on spirit while bowling in the second innings. Bumrah strikes early as he sends Konstas back in just 8 runs. That was a huge wicket. Soon after, Siraj followed suit and dismissed Usman Khawaja in 21 runs. After the first session of the day 4, Australia has a lead of 158 runs.

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