India, Sept. 20 -- Team India fielding coach T Dilip has provided a crucial update on Axar Patel's head injury, which he sustained during the Oman clash in the Asia Cup 2025. Patel injured himself while attempting a catch in the 15th over of Oman's chase and had to leave the field in discomfort. On the over's first ball, Hammad Mirza miscued and sent the ball toward Axar, who misjudged it, lost his footing, and struck his head on the ground.

With less than 48 hours to prepare for the match against Pakistan, Patel's fitness remains a concern.

Dilip confirmed in the post-match press conference that Axar appears to be fine following his earlier injury scare.

"Just now I've seen Axar, he looks fine now at this point of time. That's what I ...