Ishan Kishan ruled out of third T20I against New Zealand as precautionary measure

Indian cricketer Ishan Kishan has been ruled out of the third T20I against New Zealand due to a right adductor strain. He remains under medical observation, with Kumar Kushagra continuing as his replacement in the squad.
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Ishan Kishan ruled out of third T20I against New Zealand as precautionary measure left FIle photo of Ishan Kishan. ANI ANI https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/xor7zk/article71625626.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/20261022082L.jpg ANI Christchurch [New Zealand], Oct 22 (ANI): India's Ishan Kishan warms up for the 1st T20I match against New Zealand at Hagley Oval, in Christchurch on Thursday. (ANI Photo) The 28-year-old had suffered a right adductor strain during the series-opener last week. Wellington Injured wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan will be unavailable for the third T20 International against New Zealand as a precautionary measure, India's bowling coach Morne Morkel said on Monday (October 26, 2026). Ishan Kishan ruled out of 2nd T20I against New Zealand storyline 1 The 28-year-old had suffered a right adductor strain during the series-opener last week. "Ishan is doing well. He will be training today.
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