Huge doubts over Chris Woakes' fitness in fifth Test against India
Woakes was injured while diving to prevent a boundary, with scans arranged to determine the full extent of the damage.
His teammate Gus Atkinson expressed doubt about Woakes' further participation in the match, calling it a "big shame".
India concluded the rain-affected first day on 204-6, with Karun Nair scoring 50 not out.
Woakes' potential absence would leave a significant gap in England's bowling attack, especially given inconsistent performances from other bowlers.
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