Chahal Shakes Things Up: Kishan Omitted from T20 XI

India is set to kick off their T20 World Cup 2026 journey against the USA on February 7, and Yuzvendra Chahal has stirred the pot by leaving Ishan Kishan out of his lineup! Instead, he’s bringing in Sanju Samson to open with Abhishek Sharma. With Tilak Varma back and Suryakumar Yadav leading the charge, this team is ready for some thrilling action!

Quick rundown

1.Chahal reveals India XI for USA clash, dropping Kishan despite scorching NZ form.

2.Samson to open with Abhishek Sharma even after a NZ-series struggle.

3.Tilak Varma returns from injury to bat at number three.

4.Kishan's omission contrasts his 215-run NZ series with a blistering strike-rate.

5.Pace duo Bumrah and Arshdeep lead the attack; Kuldeep Yadav misses the XI.

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