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India must replace Varun Chakravarthy ahead of 2026 Asian Games

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 5:59 PM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

India must replace Varun Chakravarthy ahead of 2026 Asian Games

Summary

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.

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•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.

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5:59 PMYahoo Sports — Asian Games 2026: Three spinners who could replace injured Varun Chakravarthy in India squad

What they're saying

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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.
— Yahoo Sports

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