Badoni Steps In for Injured Washington in India vs NZ ODIs Squad
India’s ODI squad faces a significant change as allrounder Washington Sundar has been ruled out due to a rib injury. He sustained this injury during the opening match of the series against New Zealand, held in Vadodara.
Badoni Steps In for Injured Washington Sundar
Ayush Badoni, a 26-year-old uncapped batter, has been named as Sundar’s replacement. This opportunity marks Badoni’s first call-up to international cricket. He has previously played 27 List A matches, boasting an average of 36.47, with a century and five fifties to his name.
Washington Sundar’s Injury Details
Washington Sundar reported acute discomfort in his left lower rib area after bowling five overs for 27 runs. He left the field during the New Zealand innings but returned to bat at No. 8, contributing to India’s four-wicket victory.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) stated that Sundar will undergo further scans for a full assessment. They aim to gather expert opinions regarding his condition.
Profile of Ayush Badoni
Although primarily recognized as a batter, Badoni has prepared himself for various match situations, including batting lower in the order and taking on some bowling duties. In the current Vijay Hazare Trophy, he has bowled 22 overs across three innings, securing four wickets with an impressive average of 19.75 and an economy rate of 3.59.
Despite limited contributions with the bat this season, Badoni has a successful track record in the past when batting at No. 5 or lower. His solitary List A century came from the No. 5 position. Additionally, he brings considerable experience from the IPL, having participated in 56 matches for the Lucknow Super Giants.
Impact on India’s Squad
Sundar is the third player to be sidelined due to injury in the recent series. Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant was ruled out last week due to a side strain, while Tilak Varma will miss the initial three T20Is due to a groin injury requiring surgery.
After the first ODI in Vadodara, the series proceeds with matches in Rajkot on January 14 and in Indore on January 18. Following the ODI series, the focus shifts to a five-match T20I series, which will take place in multiple cities, including Nagpur, Raipur, and Guwahati from January 21 to January 31. This series serves as preparation for the T20 World Cup scheduled for February-March in India and Sri Lanka.
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