Blow for India: Star Opener Injures Ankle Before Chennai T20I, Doubtful for Match

India faces an injury concern ahead of their second T20I clash against England at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. Opener Abhishek Sharma suffered a right ankle twist during a warm-up session on Friday evening. The left-handed batter was seen in considerable discomfort and received immediate attention from the team physio. 

Despite managing to walk post-treatment and heading to the nets at the MAC B Stadium, Abhishek refrained from batting. Observers noted a visible limp, casting doubt on his availability for the Saturday evening match. His absence would be a significant blow, as he top-scored with an impressive 79 in India’s victory at Eden Gardens during the series opener.

If Abhishek is ruled out, the team might face a dilemma regarding the opening slot. With no backup opener in the squad, the management could opt for either Tilak Varma or Dhruv Jurel to fill the void, potentially reshuffling the batting lineup. Fans will keenly await updates on Abhishek’s fitness, which could influence India’s approach to the crucial fixture.