Overview
- Abhishek twisted his ankle during the warm-up before India’s match with Malaysia on Sunday and did not play in the next fixture.
- Coach Craig Fulton said on Monday that Abhishek remains doubtful because the timeline for recovery is very short and playing him risks aggravating the injury.
- Captain Harmanpreet Singh expressed optimism about a return but the team will reassess the forward again before finalising the lineup.
- India remain unbeaten and thrashed South Korea 8-0 in the earlier meeting, and they will face Korea again in the semifinal in Mohali on Wednesday.
- Tournament staff must make a final call after Tuesday’s medical checks, and the decision could change India’s attacking plan while also protecting the player’s longer-term fitness.