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.
