crew India He suffered a setback on Wednesday after stand-in captain KL Rahul was ruled out of the five-match T20I series due to injury. Following his ouster, the BCCI named Rishabh Pant as the captain for the series, while all-rounder Hardik Pandya will take over as the vice-captain.
Rahul was extremely disappointed to be dropped from the team due to injury. The right-handed batsman took to Twitter and expressed his feelings as his chance to lead the Indian team on home soil ended in disappointment.
“It is hard to accept but I am starting another challenge today. Disappointed not to lead the team for the first time at home, but the boys have my full support from the sideline. Heartfelt thanks to all for your support. All the best to Rishabh and the boys for the series. See you soon,” tweeted Rahul.
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As stated by the Indian Cricket Board, Rahul suffered a groin injury during training. Leg-spinner Kuldeep Yadav also suffered a hand injury while batting in the nets and was ruled out of the T20I series.
“Team India captain KL Rahul has been ruled out of the T20I series against South Africa due to a right groin injury while Kuldeep Yadav has been ruled out of the T20I series due to injury to his right arm while batting in the nets last evening,” the BCCI said. Will be out of the series. where did it go.
The selection committee has not named any substitute for Rahul and Kuldeep. Both the cricketers will now report to the NCA where the medical team will further assess them and decide on the future course of treatment.
Meanwhile, Pant thanked the board for giving him a massive opportunity as he vowed to make the most of it against the Proteas.
“It’s a great feeling, didn’t come in very good conditions but at the same time, I feel happy. I want to thank BCCI for giving me the opportunity to lead the Indian team. I look forward to making the most of it.” I will try my best. Thank you to all my well wishers for supporting me in the tough and thin journey of my cricket career. I will look to make it a base and keep improving and make my life better and better every day,” Pant said. said during a press conference.
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