Gujarat Titans won the opening match against Chennai Super Kings by 5 wickets. However, there are concerns over the fitness of Kane Williamson, who badly injured himself during the match.
While saving a six, Williamson lost his balance and landed awkwardly, hurting his right knee in the process. The New Zealand batter limped off the field in pain and did not bat in that match.
In a post-match press conference, skipper Hardik Pandya provided an update on Williamson’s injury. He revealed:
“I just messaged him. I don’t know about the update. He has gone for the scans. So, once he comes back after the scans and the doctors check, then only will be able to know what exactly it is. Right now there is no time frame – what exactly has happened. It is the knee for sure but I don’t know how serious it is and how much time he will take.”
Overall, Williamson has featured in 77 IPL matches, scoring 2101 runs at an average of 36.22 and a strike rate of 126.03.