[Watch] Shubman Gill 'Retired Hurt' After Cramps; Shreyas Iyer Enters Wankhede

Shubman Gill down at Wankhede Stadium (AP Photos)

In an unexpected turn of events, the stylish opening batsman Shubman Gill had to return to the dugout in the middle of the all-important World Cup match semi-final between India and New Zealand at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.

The 24-year-old, who was in total control having scored 79 off just 65 balls, was down probably due to cramps under scorching heat in Mumbai, and then physio came and checked him before deciding to take him away.

As Gill was forced to retire hurt, Shreyas Iyer quickly came to bat at No. 4.

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Watch Shubman Gill walking off the field here

The incident happened in the middle of the 23rd over when Gill was down on the ground, probably due to Mumbai’s heat. The physio, as well as Gill’s partner-in-crime Ishan Kishan, came out, and soon after, they decided not to take any risk.

It is important to note that Gill, if the situation demands it, will come to bat again later in the day. The youngster, who is also the No.1-ranked ODI batsman at present, scored eight fours and three sixes in his fluent knock.

As of writing, India are 192/1 after 26.4 overs, with Virat Kohli batting on 49* off 58 balls.

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