In-form pacer Mohit Sharma was hit on the right hand during training on Thursday, but remains available for selection for India's World Cup game against the West Indies in Perth on Friday.
“Mohit Sharma got hit on his right hand during net practice today and Precautionary x-ray was taken and found normal. He is available for selection for tomorrow's game," said India team's media manager, R N Baba.
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The right-arm medium pacer has taken five wickets in three games so far in the tournament at an impressive economy rate of 3.90.
The match against the West Indies has all the ingredients of a cracker but the Caribbeans have never really performed well against India since 1992 in Wellington, when they last won the contest at the global event.
On paper as well as on current form, West Indies are no match for defending champions India, who were near flawless in their three matches with thorough professional performances.
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Image: Mohit Sharma examines his hand after being hit during Thursday's nets session in Perth.
Photograph: Vipin Pawar/Solaris Images
