India's buildup for the opening Test in Perth faced a setback as Shubman Gill sustained a left thumb injury while fielding at the WACA on Saturday (November 16). Preliminary assessments indicate a hairline fracture, which will rule Gill out of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series opener at the Optus Stadium, starting on November 22. This injury marks a significant loss for India as they gear up for the crucial series against Australia. Get into the future of online gaming with KheloSports.