Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag was hit on the left ribcage in the nets earlier on Friday, said the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
“He is currently under medication; however he is expected to be fit for the match against England on Sunday,” said BCCI secretarey N Srinivasan.
“The members of the media are requested to refrain from constantly contacting the members of the Indian Cricket Team on phone / SMS for interviews / bites as players would like to concentrate on the ongoing World Cup matches.” he said.