Updated On: 22 October, 2023 07:30 PM IST | Dharamsala | mid-day online correspondent
ICC World Cup 2023: India skipper Rohit Sharma made a sliding effort and hurt his little finger early on in the New Zealand innings, forcing him to leave the field

New Zealand`s Glenn Phillips walks back to the pavilion after his dismissal (Pic: AFP)
The poor outfield at the HPCA stadium was back in focus as most of the Indian players shied away from sliding to avoid potential injuries in their ICC World Cup 2023 match against New Zealand on Sunday.
India skipper Rohit Sharma made a sliding effort and hurt his little finger early on in the New Zealand innings, forcing him to leave the field for treatment. He, however, returned back later to lead the side.