India must replace Varun Chakravarthy ahead of 2026 Asian Games
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 12:03 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Varun Chakravarthy has been ruled out of the 2026 Asian Games due to a fresh side strain sustained while playing in a T20I against Afghanistan. With the squad heading to Japan soon, selectors are considering spinners Kuldeep Yadav, Vipraj Nigam, and Shahbaz Ahmed as potential replacements. Chakravarthy's injury complicates India's spin strategy and the board aims to finalize a selection quickly to adapt to turn-friendly conditions in Japan. Amid various considerations, Vipraj Nigam is seen as a favorable option due to his thrilling performance in domestic cricket and potential fit for the tournament's demands.
- •Varun Chakravarthy suffers a side strain and is out of the tournament.
- •Selectors considering Kuldeep Yadav, Vipraj Nigam, and Shahbaz Ahmed.
- •Vipraj Nigam is highlighted as a logical replacement option.
- •India's squad departs for the Asian Games soon.
- 12:03 PMYahoo Sports — Asian Games 2026: Vipraj Nigam replaces injured Varun Chakravarthy in India squad, all you need to know about DC spinner
- 5:59 PMYahoo Sports — Asian Games 2026: Three spinners who could replace injured Varun Chakravarthy in India squad
"With Varun Chakravarthy once again getting injured in the 1st T20I against Afghanistan, Vipraj Nigam is all set to be in the India Squad at the 2026 Asian Games.
"With Varun Chakravarty out of commission after re-injuring himself, here's a look at three spinners who could replace him at the 2026 Asian Games.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 12:03 PMAsian Games 2026: Vipraj Nigam replaces injured Varun Chakravarthy in India squad, all you need to know about DC spinner
With Varun Chakravarthy once again getting injured in the 1st T20I against Afghanistan, Vipraj Nigam is all set to be in the India Squad at the 2026 Asian Games.
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 5:59 PMAsian Games 2026: Three spinners who could replace injured Varun Chakravarthy in India squad
With Varun Chakravarty out of commission after re-injuring himself, here's a look at three spinners who could replace him at the 2026 Asian Games.
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