Shubman Gill out of hospital is fantastic news for India vs Pak match

India's batting lineup received a much-needed boost with the news of Shubman Gill, their most promising and in-form player, being discharged from the hospital after receiving treatment for dengue.

What

India is widely regarded as one of the favorites to win the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023, thanks to their talent-packed squad, which is in exceptional form.

However, the Indian team faced a setback when Shubman Gill, who is currently at the peak of his career, missed the team's World Cup opener against Australia due to dengue.

Gill was hospitalised earlier in the day for the same reason, but to the relief of millions of fans and the Indian team, he has now been discharged after receiving treatment.

Gill’s absence felt against Australia 

• India emerged victorious against Australia by six wickets, but it was evident that Shubman Gill's absence had a significant impact on India's top order.
• Batsmen like Rohit Sharma, Shreyas Iyer, and Ishan Kishan failed to make an impact in the run chase, with all three falling early.
• It was only through the resilience of Virat Kohli and KL Rahul that India managed to recover after their quick dismissals, but this cannot be relied upon consistently.
• The makeshift opening partnership between Rohit Sharma and Ishan Kishan, necessitated by Gill's absence, proved unsuccessful, with both openers getting out for ducks.

The Pakistan clash

• While the news of Gill's discharge from the hospital doesn't guarantee his immediate inclusion in the playing eleven of the Indian squad, it is more likely that he will miss India's clash against Afghanistan tomorrow (October 11).
• This precautionary measure is intended to ensure Gill's availability for the crucial clash against Pakistan on October 14, 2023.

• The anxiety that accompanied Gill's illness was the possibility of him missing one of India's most anticipated World Cup matches against Pakistan.

• Given the significance of this match, India is eager to have Gill's talent at their disposal.

• Shubman Gill boasts an impressive home record over the past few years, and beyond the Pakistan clash, the Indian team is keen to capitalize on Gill's exceptional form.