India, July 20 -- Following England's defeat in the three-match ODI series, India captain Shubman Gill raised concerns over his team's recurring injury setbacks, urging players to place greater emphasis on maintaining their fitness as preparations gather pace for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Gill's comments followed India's 27-run loss to England at Lord's on Sunday, a result that handed the hosts a 2-1 series triumph. While disappointed with the defeat, the skipper admitted that the mounting injury list throughout the tour had become an equally pressing issue, leaving the management scrambling to reshuffle the playing XI on multiple occasions.

India's selection headaches began even before the 50-over series started. Fast-bowling all-rounders...