GALLE: West Indies debutant Jeremy Solozano on Sunday was stretchered off the field during day one of the first Test against Sri Lanka.
In the 24th over of Sri Lankan first innings, Solozano came in the way of a pull shot from skipper Dimuth Karunaratne while fielding close-in. The Windies youngster was hit by the ball on the grill of his helmet.
Solozano removed his helmet and lied down, surrounded by worried teammates and both the Sri Lankan batsmen at the Galle International Stadium.
He was then taken to hospital, and Shai Hope came in as the substitute fielder.
Later he was transferred to Colombo where he will undergo scans, with doctors suspecting internal bleeding.
Earlier on Sunday, Sri Lanka won the toss and opted to bat first.
Opener Pathum Nissanka and Karunaratne hold the fort for Sri Lanka as the side scored 61 for no loss in the 27 overs bowled before the lunch break.
West Indies surprised fans by leaving out Kemar Roach, their most experienced player and the eighth-highest Test wicket-taker.
Sri Lanka packed their side with specialist bowlers, playing three left-arm spinners.
(With added inputs from other agencies)
