Washington Sundar Injury Ends New Zealand ODI Hopes

Sources have confirmed that Washington Sundar will not feature in India’s ODI series against New Zealand after sustaining an injury. The news surfaced amid team preparations, casting a shadow over the tour. The multi-talented cricketer felt discomfort during recent nets and subsequent tests confirmed the injury’s severity. Sundar’s omission impacts India’s spin options and lower-order firepower significantly. Set against New Zealand’s challenging conditions, the series demands balanced attacks. India now turns to its reserves, with potential inclusions from the domestic circuit.