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• 07/06/2024
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In a dramatic first T20I played between India and South Africa in Chennai on Friday, Indian wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh suffered a concussion. The 20-year-old, playing her 50th T20I, had to be substituted after experiencing symptoms of “neck pain and dizziness” after an attempt to catch in the 16th over of South Africa’s innings.

The incident occurred when Tazmin Brits top-edged a length ball from Pooja Vastrakar. Ghosh ran forward and put in a big dive, reaching out with both hands. Unfortunately, the ball bounced out of her gloves and struck her face. Immediately after the impact, Ghosh called for assistance from the India team physio and left the field for treatment.

Initially, uncapped player Uma Chetry came on as a substitute and took over wicketkeeping duties. However, during the change of innings, batter S Sajana was officially announced as the concussion substitute for Ghosh. According to the rules, Sajana would have been allowed to bat if needed, but the match concluded before her services were required. South Africa secured a 12-run victory, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

🚨 Sajana Sajeevan replaces Richa Ghosh as a concussion substitute. #INDvSA pic.twitter.com/m2bO1DW7dK

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The match was notable for other injuries as well. Tazmin Brits, the South African opener, suffered an injury in her right lower leg and had to be stretchered off the field during the second innings. Earlier in the game, Brits had played a crucial role, top-scoring with an impressive 56-ball 81. Her innings helped propel South Africa to a formidable total of 189 for 4. Masabata Klaas replaced Brits in the field for the remainder of the match.

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The loss of Ghosh was a significant blow to the Indian team. Her experience and skills behind the stumps have been pivotal for India, and her absence was felt immediately. The BCCI released a statement confirming her symptoms and the decision to rule her out of the remainder of the game. The team’s medical staff will continue to monitor Ghosh’s condition closely, and her participation in the upcoming matches of the series will depend on her recovery.