Gill has reportedly had the machine installed inside his hotel room.
The three-match ODI series between India and New Zealand is currently locked at 1-1. Ahead of the series-decider in Indore, it has been reported that Team India are taking no chance with contaminated water crisis in the city.
Despite Indore's reputation as India's cleanest city, it has recently been in the news for a contaminated water tragedy claiming more than 20 lives. In light of the situation, the Indian players have taken extraordinary precautions.
According to a report by NDTV, India skipper captain Shubman Gill has carried a specialised water purification machine worth nearly Rs 3 lakh. He has reportedly had the machine installed inside his hotel room.
The team's media manager, however, refrained from commenting on whether the move was part of a routine personal safety protocol or caution amidst recent deaths caused by contaminated water in Indore
The current Indian cricketers are known for their disciplined lifestyle. As per reports, star batter Virat Kohli consumes Evian Natural Spring Water imported from France.
Coming to the ODI series, the Men in Blue won the opening fixture in Vadodara by four wickets while the Kiwis bounced back to clinch the second match in Rajkot by seven wickets.
Following the 50-over series, the two teams square off in a five-T20I series, which will be a dress rehearsal for the T20 World Cup 2026 starting next month.