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Ishan ruled out of 2nd T20I, paves way for Sooryavanshi’s return to playing XI

India's teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could get another opportunity in the playing XI after wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan was ruled out of the second T20I against New Zealand with a low-grade right adductor strain. The injury has opened up a selection…

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 4:48 AM
Ishan ruled out of 2nd T20I, paves way for Sooryavanshi’s return to playing XI
Key Things to Know
  • Ishan Kishan was ruled out of the second T20I against New Zealand due to an adductor strain.
  • Teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is among the primary candidates to replace Kishan in the playing XI.
  • India leads the five-match series 1-0 after successfully chasing down New Zealand's total of 225/4.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Ishan Kishan has been ruled out of India's second T20I against New Zealand at Hagley Oval due to a low-grade right adductor strain. The BCCI confirmed the injury occurred during the opening match, paving the way for 15-year-old batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to potentially return to the playing XI as India seeks to extend its 1-0 lead in the five-match series.

India previously won the series opener in a record chase, successfully surpassing New Zealand's total of 225/4 with two balls remaining. Glenn Phillips top-scored for New Zealand with an unbeaten 82, while contributions from Sanju Samson, Shreyas Iyer, and Naman Dhir helped seal the victory for India.

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