IPL 2020: Chris Gayle returns to training with Kings XI Punjab after spell in hospital

West Indian batsman had been sidelined due to a stomach bug but should be available for Thursday's Bangalore clash

Chris Gayle of Kings XI Punjab has started training after recovering from a stomach bug. Sportzpics for BCCI

Chris Gayle had to be hospitalised briefly after picking up a stomach bug. Sportzpics for BCCI

Chris Gayle is likely to be available for Kings XI Punjab’s next game against Royal Challengers Bangalore on Thursday. Sportzpics for BCCI

Chris Gayle has yet to play for Kings XI Punjab this season. Sportzpics for BCCI

Chris Gaylea and Mohammad Shami of Kings XI Punjab at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Sportzpics for BCCI

Mayank Agarwal has secured his spot at the top of the order for Kings XI Punjab. Sportzpics for BCCI

KL Rahul, captain of Kings XI Punjab, is in red-hot form as an opener. Sportzpics for BCCI

Chris Gayle will be hoping to get a game soon. AFP

Kings XI Punjab's veteran West Indian batsman Chris Gayle has returned to training after spending last week recovering from a stomach bug.

The 41-year-old started training on Monday and is likely to be available for Kings XI Punjab’s next game against Royal Challengers Bangalore on Thursday.

According to the franchise, Gayle suffered a stomach infection that kept him out of action. He was also admitted to hospital, but has now made a full recovery.

Gayle was initially set to play against Sunrisers Hyderabad, but couldn’t do so due to the ailment.

“Chris looks very much ready and is keen to get on to the park, he has been training really well and has looked really good in the nets,” batting coach Wasim Jaffer told Kings XI Punjab's official website.

Including Gayle in Kings XI's top order will be difficult as openers Mayank Agarwal and KL Rahul are in superb form, having both scored centuries.

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