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Ishan Kishan Ruled Out, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to Play 2nd T20I vs New Zealand

India have suffered a major setback just when their opening victory had raised hopes of a successful tour. After winning the first T20I, it seemed India could build on that momentum. However, a niggle has now sidelined the world’s No.…

By Siddhant Tripathi · Cric Informer

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 5:07 AM

Key Things to Know

Ishan Kishan has been ruled out of the second T20I against New Zealand due to a niggle.
Young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is set to replace Kishan in India's lineup.
India currently holds a 1-0 series lead following their opening match win.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Ishan Kishan has been ruled out of India's second T20I against New Zealand due to a niggle. The setback sidelines the world's top-ranked T20I batter as India looks to build on a 1-0 series lead following their opening victory.

Kishan's absence paves the way for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to enter the playing XI. Sooryavanshi recently won the Orange Cap in IPL 2026 with 776 runs and was named Player of the Series against Zimbabwe.

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