Devdutt Padikkal to stay back in Australia

Reports: Devdutt Padikkal asked to stay in Australia following Shubman Gill's injury
The India A team have completed their two four-day matches against Australia A and the team is expected to return to homeland following a simulation game with the senior side.
Shubman Gill has reportedly suffered a hairline fracture on his left thumb.
Even before the start of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024/25, the Indian cricket team have been handed an injury blow that has set back their preparations for the first test match as Shubman Gill has reportedly been ruled out due to a thumb injury.
Devdutt Padikkal set to stay back in Australia as back-up: Sources
The Indian cricket team management has reportedly decided to keep Devdutt Padikkal in Australia as a batting reserve following a mixed performance in the 'A' tour. This move comes as a relief amid concerns over the absence of Shubman Gill.
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India have suffered another injury blow as they prepare for this week's first test against Australia, with batsman Shubman Gill fracturing his thumb in a training session in Perth on Saturday, according to multiple media reports.
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