Kumar Kushagra replaces Rishabh Pant for four-day series against New Zealand A
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 2:34 PM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
Kumar Kushagra will play in the first two four-day matches against New Zealand A due to Rishabh Pant's ongoing recovery from a left side strain. Pant could be available for the third unofficial Test. This series is part of India A's preparation for upcoming international challenges.
- •Kumar Kushagra replaces Rishabh Pant in the squad.
- •Pant is recovering from a left side strain.
- •Kushagra will participate in the first two matches.
- •Pant may return for the third unofficial Test.
- •Series against New Zealand A is a preparation phase.
- 2:34 PMESPNcricinfo — Kumar Kushagra replaces Rishabh Pant for first two four-dayers against New Zealand A
"Pant continues to recover from a left side strain and could still feature in the third unofficial Test against New Zealand A
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