Who's Ready to Step Up for Sundar in India's T20 Squad?

Team India is in a bit of a jam! Washington Sundar hurt his rib during the first ODI against New Zealand, so he’s out for the rest of the ODIs and five T20Is. But don’t fret! Ramandeep Singh, Riyan Parag, and Krunal Pandya are all set to jump in and shine as they prepare for the T20 World Cup 2026.

03:45 am on Friday, 16 January, 2026 | chirayu_jain

Quick rundown

1.Sundar's rib injury sidelines him for ODIs and five T20Is, triggering a replacement scramble ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026.

2.Ramandeep Singh brings domestic fireworks—209 runs at 195.32 SR with 9 wickets, making him a strong backup.

3.Riyan Parag, the Assam-born all-rounder with captaincy chops, could make a comeback if fitness cooperates.

4.Krunal Pandya adds spin, finishing power, and leadership, last wearing India whites in 2021.

5.Selectors balance experience, form, and injuries to fill Sundar's shoes for India's World Cup bid.

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Quick rundown

1.Sundar's rib injury sidelines him for ODIs and five T20Is, triggering a replacement scramble ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026.

2.Ramandeep Singh brings domestic fireworks—209 runs at 195.32 SR with 9 wickets, making him a strong backup.

3.Riyan Parag, the Assam-born all-rounder with captaincy chops, could make a comeback if fitness cooperates.

4.Krunal Pandya adds spin, finishing power, and leadership, last wearing India whites in 2021.

5.Selectors balance experience, form, and injuries to fill Sundar's shoes for India's World Cup bid.

Who's Ready to Step Up for Sundar in India's T20 Squad?

Quick rundown

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