India suffered a shocking defeat in the first Test match against New Zealand that took place in M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. This historic win over the Indian team also marked a major milestone in NZ cricket as Tom Latham, the Kiwi captain, etched his name to become the only third captain to register a win against India in India. Amid the disheartening loss, a piece of good news is coming for all the Indian fans. Shubman Gill who didn’t play the first Test match due to a stiff injury was seen batting in Bengaluru. Shubman Gill was expected to feature in the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru, but a stiff neck on the eve of the match ruled the top-order batter out. India’s hopes took a hit when they lost the opener on Sunday, with New Zealand comfortably chasing down a 107-run target in the opening session, despite a rain delay. Also Read: New Zealand Scripts History After First Test Match Win Against India in 36 Years However, shortly after the defeat, Gill was seen on the field at Chinnaswamy Stadium, padded up and taking throwdowns. He then moved to the center pitch, facing fast bowlers Prasidh Krishna and Mayank Yadav, both traveling reserves for the Indian team, along with Akash Deep. Tanuj Singh’s tweet: Shubman Gill in the Nets and working hard ahead of Test Match. (RevSportz).- SHUBMAN GILL IS COMING..!!!! ⭐ pic.twitter.com/h1KnwNFWyR — Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh) October 20, 2024 In Gill's absence, Sarfaraz Khan was brought into the playing XI, although it was Virat Kohli who took the No. 3 spot, managing a duck in the first innings and a half-century in the second. Sarfaraz, who missed the Bangladesh series last month, seized his chance and delivered a brilliant 150. The sight of Gill back in practice raised hopes among fans for his possible return in the second Test, set to begin on October 24 in Pune.