IND vs PAK: Straightaway get Shubman Gill in for match against Pakistan: Irfan Pathan

"Straightforward, Shubman Gill comes in for Ishan Kishan," says Irfan Pathan on Ishan Kishan conundrum if Gill's fit to play ahead of the Pakistan encounter in Ahmedabad.

Oct 14, 2023 - 12:42

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IND vs PAK: Straightaway get Shubman Gill in for match against Pakistan: Irfan Pathan

Irfan Pathan urges the urgent inclusion of Shubman Gill in the starting lineup for this Saturday's high-pressure ICC World Cup 2023 match against Pakistan. The selection of Gill has continued to generate considerable debate and scrutiny, generating eager anticipation among cricket aficionados.

Pathan underscored the significance of the pivotal partnership between Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma for Team India in a recent interview. In order to accomodate the returning talent in the team, the former cricketer suggested that the India opener be included if he is in good form and feeling fit. He also suggested that Ishan Kishan be considered as a possible replacement.

"Western away. Obtain him immediately due to the kind of combination that Gill and Rohit Sharma are constructing. This combination has likely contributed to India's 100-average performance, particularly since they reunited. If he is in good health and not feeling weak, I would absolutely get him in. To put it simply. Ishan Kishan is replaced by Shubman Gill, Pathan reported on Star Sports.

Rohit Sharma stated at a pre-match press conference prior to the India vs. Pakistan World Cup match in Ahmedabad that the 24-year-old is "99% ready" for the pivotal encounter. On Thursday, Gill conscientiously refined his abilities in the nets after pre-planning with the team, which generated positive sentiments among the members regarding his potential inclusion.

Gill practiced in nets at Narendra Modi Stadium

Suffering from various health setbacks, most notably dengue, the Punjab batsman's platelet counts significantly declined, necessitating his admission to the Kaveri facility in Chennai. Unaffected by these challenges, the young cricketer demonstrated an extraordinary recovery, reuniting with the team in Ahmedabad on October 11, 2023, in time for the pivotal match. In doing so, he demonstrated his unwavering resolve and fortitude both on and off the field.

The right-handed batsman arrived in Ahmedabad on the day before the match and promptly proceeded to the Narendra Modi Stadium around 11 AM. Throughout a practice session that spanned more than an hour, he laboriously honed his abilities. In order to optimize his preparation, the Gujarat Cricket Association (GCA) furnished an exceptional practice environment consisting of six net bowlers and a throwdown specialist.