With Gill unavailable, Kumar Kushagra from Jharkhand made his IPL debut as a wicketkeeper-batter. Rashid expressed the team’s excitement to see the young talent shine in a high-pressure environment.
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Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill was ruled out for the IPL 2026 match against Rajasthan Royals in Ahmedabad on Saturday due to a muscle spasm. Stand-in captain Rashid Khan confirmed this at the toss, hoping for Gill’s swift return. “We intended to bowl first. Gill has a muscle spasm, and we hope to see him back soon,” Rashid mentioned.
With Gill sidelined, Jharkhand’s wicketkeeper-batter Kumar Kushagra stepped in for his IPL debut. Rashid expressed eagerness for the young player’s performance on such a significant platform.
“KK (Kumar Kushagra) is making his debut, and we anticipate seeing him shine. We played well in our last match and need to bring our best game once more,” he added.
With Gill sidelined, Jharkhand’s wicketkeeper-batter Kumar Kushagra stepped in for his IPL debut. Rashid expressed eagerness for the young player’s performance on such a significant platform.
“KK (Kumar Kushagra) is making his debut, and we anticipate seeing him shine. We played well in our last match and need to bring our best game once more,” he added.
