Shubman Gill's World Cup participation in doubt due to illness
Indian batsman Shubman Gill may miss the opening match of the 2023 Cricket World Cup against Australia due to dengue fever. The 24-year-old will undergo tests on Friday to determine his availability.
Concerns within the India camp
The India team is concerned about Gill's fitness as he has been their top scorer in ODIs this year, with five centuries and five fifties. A BBCI source revealed that Gill has been suffering from high fever since landing in Chennai and a call on his participation will be made after the tests.
Ishan Kishan ready to step in
If Gill is ruled out, Ishan Kishan will be ready to fill in for his teammate and open the innings. Gill's absence will be a significant blow for India, as he has accumulated 1,230 runs in 2023 with an impressive average of 72.35 and a strike rate of over 105.
India's quest for World Cup success
India will be aiming for a strong start to the tournament after their semi-final exit in the last edition. They enter the competition without any warm-up matches, as their fixture against the Netherlands was washed out due to rain. The team will face Australia in their opening match at the Chepauk Stadium on Sunday.
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