Shubman Gill to Miss Punjab's Ranji Trophy Opener Against Assam

India Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill will miss Punjab's Ranji Trophy opening match against Assam in New Chandigarh.

Uday Saharan will captain the Punjab side for the opening fixture in the absence of international players.

Gill could potentially feature in Punjab's second match against Chhattisgarh, scheduled from October 18 to 21.