Rohit Sharma’s Injury Update Ahead of Boxing Day Test
MELBOURNE: During India’s second practice session at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Sunday, captain Rohit Sharma sustained a blow to his left knee while facing throwdown specialist Daya. Although he initially continued batting, he soon opted to seek assistance from the team’s physiotherapist.
After removing his gear, Rohit took a seat where the physio applied an ice pack to his knee. The discomfort was evident on his face as the cold pack was placed on the affected area. To ensure Rohit’s comfort, the physiotherapist elevated his leg onto a chair.
Precautionary Measures Taken
Fortunately, it appears that the injury is not severe. The medical team is taking necessary precautions to minimize any potential swelling and ensure that Rohit recovers swiftly before the upcoming Boxing Day Test.
The entire Indian squad participated in this training session, which featured Jasprit Bumrah bowling with intensity against their teammates. His sharp deliveries posed challenges for many of India’s top batsmen. Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep also showcased their skills with lengthy spells using the new ball.
Virat Kohli was present as well but opted for a different approach by practicing against side-arm bowlers and spinners like Washington Sundar and Ravindra Jadeja instead of facing fast bowlers directly.
Dynamic Training Session
The players engaged in various drills throughout this two-hour session, frequently rotating between nets and different bowling attacks. Following this rigorous practice day, Team India will take a rest day tomorrow (Monday) before gearing up for their next challenge.
The fourth Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy is set to commence on December 26th. Currently tied at 1-1 after an intense third Test in Brisbane that ended in a draw, both teams are eager for victory; India previously triumphed over Australia by 295 runs in Perth while Australia claimed victory by ten wickets during their pink-ball encounter at Adelaide.
As fans eagerly await updates regarding Rohit’s condition leading into such an important match series, all eyes will be on how quickly he can recover from this minor setback and contribute effectively when it matters most.
