Suryakumar Yadav Ruled Out of Duleep Trophy Opener Due to Hand Injury
Indian batsman Suryakumar Yadav has been ruled out of the opening round of the Duleep Trophy due to a hand injury. The setback comes as a blow to both the player and his team, India C, as they prepare to face India D in Ananthapur on September 5th.
Yadav sustained the injury during the Buchi Babu Invitational Tournament in Coimbatore last week while representing Mumbai. He was forced to miss the final day’s play against TNCA XI, unable to participate in the second innings.
The exact nature and severity of the injury remain undisclosed, but BCCI sources have confirmed Yadav’s unavailability for the Duleep Trophy opener. The batsman has reported to the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru for further assessment and rehabilitation.
Yadav’s absence is a significant setback for India C, as he was expected to play a key role in their batting lineup. The team management will now need to reassess their strategy and potentially explore alternative options to fill the void left by the experienced batsman.
The Duleep Trophy will proceed as scheduled, with India A and India B squaring off in the other opening-round match at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. This match, alongside the fixture in Ananthapur, will be closely monitored by the selection committee as they finalize the squad for the upcoming Bangladesh series.
As for Suryakumar Yadav, the focus now shifts to his recovery and a swift return to full fitness. The timeline for his return remains uncertain, and updates are expected following his assessment at the NCA.
