Ishan Kishan ruled out of 2nd T20I, Sitanshu Kotak says Vaibhav Sooryavanshi might play in Christchurch
Indian wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has been ruled out of the second T20I against New Zealand due to a groin strain. Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak indicated that 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is a strong candidate to replace him in the lineup.
Why it matters
The injury and potential debut of a young prospect like Sooryavanshi are significant developments for the Indian cricket team's squad rotation and future planning.
Wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has suffered a low-grade right adductor strain and is ruled out of the second T20I on Saturday at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch. The official update was provided by the BCCI on Friday morning, saying the medical team is monitoring his progress."Ishan Kishan is ruled out of the second T20I against New Zealand due to a low-grade right adductor strain, which he sustained during the first T20I of the series. The BCCI Medical Team is monitoring his progress,” the BCCI said in an official update.
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