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Ishan Kishan Ruled Out of Third T20I Against New Zealand
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What Happened?
Ishan Kishan will miss the third T20I against New Zealand due to a thigh injury, as confirmed by the BCCI. He has not yet regained full match fitness.
Key points
- Ishan Kishan suffered a right adductor strain during the first T20I.
- He also missed the second T20I and is not yet fit to play.
- The third T20I is scheduled for October 27, 2026, in Wellington.
- Kumar Kushagra will continue with the team as Kishan's replacement.
- India leads the five-match series 2-0.
Key insights
- Kishan's injury may lead to increased pressure on the remaining players.
- The inclusion of young talent like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could change team dynamics.
- Kumar Kushagra's performance as a replacement will be closely monitored.
Why it matters
Kishan's absence could impact India's performance in the ongoing series.
Entities
Ishan Kishan· PersonNew Zealand· CountryBCCI· OrganizationVaibhav Sooryavanshi· PersonKumar Kushagra· Person
Source
Times of India
