Badoni Steps Up: Sundar's Injury Opens New Doors for India

Yo, Ayush Badoni just rolled into the Indian squad, takin’ over for injured Washington Sundar in the last two ODIs against New Zealand. Sundar's got a rib injury, but Badoni’s ready to shine. Irfan Pathan said Riyan Parag could’ve been the man if he was fit, but Badoni’s hustle in the Vijay Hazare Trophy got him this call-up. Will he drop some fire in the next match? We’ll see, g!

Quick rundown

1.Ayush Badoni earns maiden India call-up after Sundar's rib injury sidelines him.

2.Irfan Pathan says Riyan Parag would have been ideal replacement if fit.

3.Badoni's India A form shines with 66 off 66 vs South Africa A and 21 off 20, 50 off 27 vs Australia A.

4.In Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 for Delhi, Badoni had modest batting but four wickets in five games.

5.Selection intrigue: Badoni or Nitish Kumar Reddy could slot into the second ODI in Rajkot.

Badoni's Call-Up: From Vijay Hazare to Team India Spotlight
Badoni's Call-Up: From Vijay Hazare to Team India Spotlight
Listen up, you cricket enthusiasts! Ayush Badoni just snagged a spot on Team India for the ODIs against New Zealand on January 12 because Washington Sundar’s out with an injury. Badoni's been spinning up a storm in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, taking four wickets in five matches. Fans are buzzing, and even Irfan Pathan is raising a toast to this rising star. No pressure, Badoni, just deliver perfection!
12:26 am on Friday, 13 February, 2026
Badoni for Sundar? Why This Selection Is Totally Wrong!
Badoni for Sundar? Why This Selection Is Totally Wrong!
Folks, the Indian selection committee just made a huge blunder! They picked Ayush Badoni to replace the incredible Washington Sundar, who’s out with a side strain. Badoni's batting? Down and not even close to Sundar's level! There are much better options, believe me! This is a bad move, folks. I told you so! It’s a total disaster, folks!
09:55 am on Monday, 12 January, 2026
Ayush Badoni Takes the Stage as Sundar's Replacement in ODIs
Ayush Badoni Takes the Stage as Sundar's Replacement in ODIs
Big league news, folks! Washington Sundar, a tremendous player, is OUT of the ODI series against New Zealand. Very sad! But here comes Ayush Badoni, a fantastic talent from Lucknow Super Giants, stepping in! He’s got 963 runs in 56 matches, folks! Can he deliver the goods? It’s gonna be HUGE! Let’s watch and see, folks!
09:40 am on Monday, 12 January, 2026
BCCI's ODI Squad: Stars Left Out Despite Stellar Performances
BCCI's ODI Squad: Stars Left Out Despite Stellar Performances
The BCCI just unveiled a 15-member squad for the ODI series against New Zealand, kicking off on January 11 in Vadodara. Captain Shubman Gill and his right-hand man Shreyas Iyer are back in the game, while Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah are off recharging their superpowers. Meanwhile, four stellar players, including Sanju Samson, are left out like yesterday's tech — a real head-scratcher!
06:50 am on Monday, 5 January, 2026
Sundar's Side Strain: Badoni Ready to Roll for India vs NZ
Sundar's Side Strain: Badoni Ready to Roll for India vs NZ
Yo, peep this! Washington Sundar felt the burn during the first ODI against New Zealand at BCA Stadium, Vadodara. He bowled five smooth overs, but that side strain had him bouncin’. Still, he rolled up to bat at No. 8, adding seven runs to India's 301 chase, sealing the win. But now, he’s out for the last two matches, and Ayush Badoni is ready to step in, keepin’ it fresh.
08:55 am on Monday, 12 January, 2026

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