Updates: Kohli Misses Practice Session, India Still Sweating on Gill
Kohli missed Saturday's practice session [AP Photo]
Team India are gearing up for the World Cup opening clash against the 5-time champions, Australia. Both the teams have played some brilliant cricket throughout 2023, and will be eager to kick-start the tournament with a win.
The two teams look strong on paper, however, the Indian side have already been jolted with the absence of Shubman Gill, who is suffering from Dengue. Head coach Rahul Dravid, and captain Rohit Sharma have provided updates regarding Gill's health, which do not look promising.
The Indian team are sweating hard, and they feel the Indian opener will miss the opening two matches of the World Cup 2023. However, if situation prevails, Gill might make a comeback against Pakistan on October 14.
Latest updates from India's practice session in Chennai
No Kohli in practice session
India's stalwart, Virat Kohli missed the practice session on Saturday. Fans attending the session have speculated that Kohli might be injured, but contrary to that, the former India skipper has been given a rest from the last practice session before the Aussie clash.
Rohit sweats it hard in nets
Unlike Kohli, Rohit Sharma attended the practice session and batted for 30 minutes in the nets. The Indian captain looked assured and was looking in solid touch before the big touch. Moreover, Kuldeep also had an optional session, and the spinner looked in great rhythm.
IND-AUS: Weather updates
At the moment, Chennai is witnessing dark clouds. There is no rain at the moment, but the weather remains the same for tomorrow, with dark cloud prevailing.
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