Shubman Gill's neck has troubled him on several occasions over the last two years, with the most serious episode occurring during the first Test against South Africa in November 2025.
— Sahil Malhotra (@Sahil_Malhotra1) November 3, 2026
Shubman Gill addressed the concern during the pre-match press conference ahead of India's first ODI against New Zealand. The India captain was asked about his neck after reports emerged that he had received a massage following a training session in Auckland.
"No issue… I batted for close to one and a half hours and did my fielding without any trouble too. No issue at all," Gill said.
Axar Patel and KL Rahul given flexible role in batting order
Shubman Gill also discussed India's batting combination ahead of the ODI series. The captain indicated that the team would adopt a flexible approach for the No. 5 and No. 6 positions, with Axar Patel and KL Rahul likely to be considered according to the match situation.
"We will have floating approach for no.5 and no.6. Our top four is set, all right-handers. So if lefty is needed, Axar bhai goes and depending on match situation even KL bhai can go. So bit flexible," Gill said.
"Had ODIs happened before T20Is, we could have played full strength all games. But turnaround time was less between Tests and ODIs… and WTC table is very interesting now," he added.
Shubman Gill's recurring neck injury explained
The most serious episode occurred during the first Test against South Africa at Eden Gardens in November 2025. Gill experienced discomfort while batting in India's second innings and retired hurt after facing only three deliveries. He was taken to hospital for medical assessment and subsequently missed the second Test as well as the ODI series against South Africa.
The issue resurfaced during IPL 2026, when Gill missed Gujarat Titans' match against Rajasthan Royals because of a neck spasm. He returned for the next game against Delhi Capitals and described the problem as "something similar" when asked about his previous injury.
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