On Friday morning, KL Rahul was seen walking out of the field during the simulation match at WACA after getting injured. As expected, he came to open the innings with Yashasvi Jaiswal but left after a short delivery, which bounced to his elbow, creating discomfort for him. The 32-year-old batter paused his innings temporarily after the blow. The physio came and gave some initial treatment, after which he resumed batting until he couldn't bear it and walked out. Read: U19 Asia Cup Squad: BCCI Picks 13-Year-Old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Photos of injured Rahul leaving the field with the physiotherapist have taken a toll on social media. Rahul's injury scare has added more tension in the camp regarding India's opening structure. KL Rahul was retired hurt after being hit by a rising delivery.KL was looking in a good touch with 29 runs.India is playing a match simulation at WACAYasaswi -@klrahul opening pic.twitter.com/qJspOUAkDb — TarunTejSrivatsa (@Extra_Emotions_) November 15, 2024 India's Opening Pair Confusion The Indian Test captain Rohit Sharma, even though he hasn't issued any official statement, is expected to be absent in the first test starting on November 22 at Perth's Optus Stadium. It is said that the captain has his paternal duties for his upcoming second child. Reports are claiming that Rohit Sharma hasn't traveled with the team and is still in Mumbai with his family. Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir clarified in the press conference that India's Test vice captain Jasprit Bumrah will lead the team in the first Test in Rohit Sharma's absence. Even if the captaincy confusion looks sorted, the batting confusion looks hasty in Rohit Sharma's absence. Presently, middle-order batter KL Rahul was promoted to the opening slot to pair with Yashasvi Jaiswal. His injury has added another tension in the dressing room.