World Cup 2015: Ravichandran Ashwin Hit in the Nets; Injury Not Serious, Says Team Management

Ravichandran Ashwin picked up an injury while batting in the nets ahead of India's World Cup game against South Africa on Sunday in Melbourne. (Full Coverage)

NDTV has learnt that the off-spinner was hit by Umesh Yadav while batting in the nets. Ice was applied for five minutes and Ashwin batted a further 20 minutes without any sign of discomfort, according to the team doctor.

Team India's media manager has said that the injury is not serious.

The 28-year-old is India's premier spinner in their quest to defend the World Cup title. He finished aith figures of 1 for 41 in the opening game against Pakistan on February 15 in Adelaide.

(Inputs from Nikhil Naz and Rica Roy)