Injury Jolt for India: Washington Sundar Sidelined, New Batter Arrives

India's ODI series against New Zealand faces disruption as Washington Sundar is ruled out with injury. Ayush Badoni receives maiden call-up.

India's preparation for the ongoing ODI series against New Zealand has been hampered by an injury to all-rounder Washington Sundar. He has been sidelined for the remaining two matches after sustaining a left lower rib injury during the first ODI.

Sundar's absence opens the door for Ayush Badoni, a young batter who has been included in the national squad for the first time. Badoni's selection comes as a reward for his consistent performances in domestic cricket.

This injury blow to Sundar adds to India's concerns, as wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant was also ruled out of the series earlier due to a side strain. Pant has been replaced by Dhruv Jurel in the playing XI.

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