Shubman Gill retires hurt with neck sprain on Day 2 of Kolkata Test.

Sports | Dated: 15 Nov 2025

India’s captain “Shubman Gill” was forced to retire hurt on the “second day” of the “first Test” against “South Africa” at “Eden Gardens” in “Kolkata” due to a “neck sprain.” While attempting a “slog sweep” against “spinner Simon Harmer,” Gill sustained an injury, which forced him to leave the field after facing only “three deliveries.” The “BCCI medical team” is currently monitoring his condition.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Indian captain Shubman Gill retired hurt with a neck sprain.
  • The injury occurred on Day 2 of the first Test against South Africa at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
  • He suffered the injury while attempting a slog sweep off spinner Simon Harmer.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • India was 37/1 at the start of Day 2, replying to South Africa's 159.
  • Jasprit Bumrah was the star on Day 1, taking 5 wickets for 27 runs.
  • KL Rahul and Washington Sundar resumed the innings after Gill's departure.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Shubman Gill retired hurt during the Test match against which country?

Correct Answer: South Africa

🚀 Quick Recap:

About BCCI

  • Full Form: Board of Control for Cricket in India, President: Ajit Agarkar (as of Nov 2025).
  • HQ: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, India.