Team India’s spin all-rounder Washington Sundar may be out of the ODI series against New Zealand. Sundar suffered an injury while bowling during the first ODI in Vadodara, following which there are reports that his participation in the remaining two matches is also in jeopardy.
Harshit Rana provides crucial updates on Washington Sundar’s injury
Washington Sundar suffered the injury while bowling. He suffered a strain while bowling his fifth over, leaving him feeling uncomfortable. He felt severe pain and bent over on the field, prompting the team’s support staff to examine him. Sundar left the field shortly after. Washington Sundar bowled a total of five overs, conceding 27 runs and taking no wickets.
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However, after that injury, when Team India needed him to bat, he took the field despite the pain. Washington Sundar remained unbeaten on 7 runs off 7 balls. Coming in to bat at number 8, Sundar spent a total of 17 minutes at the crease. Harshit Rana has provided a significant update on Washington Sundar’s injury .
He stated in the post-match press conference that Sundar has a side strain. He was in significant pain while batting. The medical team is continuously monitoring his injury. We will provide further updates on any developments. Rana has not yet commented on Sundar’s exclusion from the ODI series. However, several media reports indicate that he may be ruled out of the remaining two matches of the ODI series.
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If this happens, Sundar will become the second player after Rishabh Pant to be ruled out of the ODI series against New Zealand. Jurel has been included in Team India in place of Pant. It remains to be seen who will be included as Sundar’s replacement if he is also ruled out.