Kumar Kushagra joins India team, inspires Jharkhand players ahead of match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 9:05 AM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026
Kumar Kushagra has received his first call-up to the Indian cricket team ahead of the upcoming ODIs against New Zealand. The announcement thrilled his Jharkhand teammates, as they prepare for a critical Match against Maharashtra in the Ranji Trophy. Jharkhand coach Ratan Kumar expressed hope that Kushagra's achievement would boost morale and inspire his young squad, who recently earned three points against Kerala. Jharkhand will face Maharashtra at the MCA Stadium, starting Sunday, with both teams aiming to build on their opening performances.
- •Kumar Kushagra called up for his first India ODI series.
- •Jharkhand coach Ratan Kumar sees potential morale boost for players.
- •Jharkhand aims to build on a three-point performance against Kerala.
- •The match against Maharashtra starts Sunday at the MCA Stadium.
- •Jharkhand welcomes back all-rounder Anukul Roy for the match.
- 9:05 AMYahoo Sports — Kumar Kushagra’s India call-up gives Jharkhand youngsters a reason to dream
"The Indian cricket team has called upon Kumar Kushagra for his debut, thrilling his teammates in Jharkhand. Coach Ratan Kumar sees this as a pivotal moment, igniting the young talent's spirits ahead of the critical match against Maharashtra. Having recently accumulated three points against Kerala in the Ranji Trophy, the team aims to leverage this energy with experienced all-rounder Anukul Roy rejoining the squad.
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