Shubman Gill declared fit to return as vice-captain for IND vs SA 1st T20I

Shubman Gill declared fit by BCCI

The BCCI Centre of Excellence has cleared Shubman Gill for selection ahead of the India vs South Africa T20I series. Photo Credit : X

Injury layoff since November

Gill had suffered a neck injury on November 15 and had not played any cricket since then. Photo Credit : X

Return to Play clearance granted

After completing his rehabilitation at the CoE, Gill was officially given RTP clearance for all formats. Photo Credit : Twitter

Set to return as vice-captain

Gill is expected to be available for the 1st T20I and will resume his role as India’s vice-captain.

Arrival and team schedule

Gill is likely to reach Cuttack on December 6, with Team India assembling from December 7.

T20I series

The five-match T20I series will begin on December 9 and conclude on December 19 against South Africa.

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