During the ongoing Test match at Edgbaston, Shubman Gill had to receive on-field treatment after being struck on the head while fielding in the slips. Slip fielding, especially against spinners, demands lightning-quick reflexes, as fielders often have just half a second to react to a deflection off the bat.
Gill, known for his sharp reflexes and reliable hands, has handled the role well. However, one moment of misjudgment nearly resulted in serious injury during a crucial phase of the game.
England, despite early setbacks on Day 3, took control with a fiery counterattack led by Harry Brook and Jamie Smith. The duo stitched together a brisk century partnership in just 88 balls, swinging the momentum England’s way.
Smith in particular was relentless, punishing Prasidh Krishna for 23 runs in a single over and racing to a century off just 80 balls. Brook, more restrained, chipped in with timely boundaries to keep the pressure on India as the game tilted in England’s favor.
The near-mishap occurred during the 37th over. Ravindra Jadeja bowled a wide-length delivery to Brook, who attempted one of his signature slashes. This time, however, the ball took a thick outside edge and flew rapidly toward the lone slip, where Shubman Gill was stationed. Reacting on instinct, Gill raised his hands, but the ball hit him flush on the emblem of his cap. The impact knocked him to the ground, leaving the Indian skipper shaken and in pain.
As the batsmen completed a couple of runs, medical staff rushed onto the field to examine Gill. He was seen holding and rubbing his forehead, clearly in discomfort, prompting concern from teammates and fans alike. The match paused briefly as physios administered treatment, assessing for any signs of serious injury.
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Fortunately, the scare turned out to be minor. Gill was cleared to continue playing after treatment, much to the relief of the Indian camp. Fans on social media also expressed their concern and later celebrated his resilience, praising the young captain’s grit in bouncing back from a frightening moment.