The star Indian cricketer Sanju Samson has been called up to replace the injured Ishan Kishan in the India D team for the Duleep Trophy 2024. This development was confirmed on Wednesday, September 4, following Kishan’s unfortunate groin injury that has ruled him out of the first-round match against India C, starting Thursday in Ananthapur.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) made the announcement, underscoring the depth in talent available to the national selectors. The inclusion of Samson, known for his prowess and experience, provides a significant boost to Team India’s lineup. The versatile wicket-keeper batter has been a reliable asset in various formats of the game, bringing much-needed confidence to the side as they gear up for this crucial encounter.
The statement from BCCI also shed light on the medical condition of both Suryakumar Yadav and Prasidh Krishna, who will also be missing the first-round clash. Young all-rounder Nitish Reddy has been declared fully fit and will feature for Team B in their opening game.
“Wicket-keeper batter Ishan Kishan has been ruled out of the first round of the Duleep Trophy due to a groin injury sustained during the ongoing All-India Buchi Babu Tournament,” the BCCI statement said. “The BCCI Medical Team is closely monitoring his condition and working towards ensuring a swift recovery.”
This update highlights the dynamic and ever-changing nature of team rosters due to injuries and other unforeseen circumstances. Kishan’s injury, sustained during a high-intensity phase of the Buchi Babu Tournament, has come as a significant blow to the India D side. The team’s management will now be anxious to have him back in action as swiftly as possible, pending medical clearance.
In addition to Kishan, the BCCI provided critical updates on other players’ fitness, notably emphasizing the rehabilitation of fast bowler Prasidh Krishna. The young pacer is nearing the end of his recovery following surgery on his left quadriceps tendon.
. However, he will not be available for Team B in the first round of the Duleep Trophy.
“Fast bowler Prasidh Krishna is nearing completion of his rehab following surgery for his left quadriceps tendon and will miss the first-round game of the Duleep Trophy,” the statement continued. The BCCI remains hopeful for Krishna’s return in later matches, but his absence will undoubtedly be felt by his team.
Further, the statement addressed the situation with famed batter Suryakumar Yadav, who is currently dealing with a thumb injury. Yadav sustained this injury during the recent Buchi Babu Tournament, casting doubt over his availability for the upcoming Test matches against Bangladesh. The BCCI is in a precarious position as they await a comprehensive medical assessment before making a decision on whether he will be fit for the second round of the Duleep Trophy.
“Batter Suryakumar Yadav will also be unavailable for the first round of the Duleep Trophy after suffering a sprain to his right thumb while fielding in the All-India Buchi Babu Tournament,” the BCCI statement added. “The BCCI Medical Team is continuing to assess his injury, and a further evaluation next week will determine his availability for the second round.”
The news surrounding these injuries and subsequent replacements highlights the rigorous demands and brutal realities of professional cricket. Team India’s updated squad for the Duleep Trophy underlines the necessity of having a robust bench of players ready to step in whenever needed.
India D’s updated squad now includes prominent names: Shreyas Iyer (C), Atharva Taide, Yash Dubey, Devdutt Padikkal, Ricky Bhui, Saransh Jain, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Aditya Thakare, Harshit Rana, Tushar Deshpande, Akash Sengupta, KS Bharat (WK), Saurabh Kumar, and Sanju Samson (WK).
With a rich blend of youth and experience, the team aims to put up a formidable challenge in the Duleep Trophy 2024. The management’s astute decisions amidst unforeseen injuries reflect their resilience and preparedness, ensuring that the team’s momentum remains unaffected as they seek to excel in this prestigious tournament.
