Senior batter KL Rahul is set to miss India's first two matches in the upcoming Asia Cup. He has been out of action since suffering a hamstring injury in IPL 2023.
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Head coach Dravid confirms the news
As per Cricbuzz, Indian head Rahul Dravid confirmed that the former won't be traveling to Sri Lanka with the Indian contingent for the group matches.
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Rahul recently batted in nets
It is understood that Rahul had an unperturbed batting session during India's nets in Alur on August 25. He had a few stretches and shuttle sprints.
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A look at the possible replacements
For now, India are short of a first-choice wicket-keeper. Ishan Kishan is a possible replacement, but he has had an ordinary run batting outside of the top three. Besides, Sanju Samson will travel as a reserve.
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Why no SKY and Tilak Varma?
Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma would likely get some games, going into the World Cup. However, India don't have a wicket-keeper in their starting XI at the moment.
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India to face Pakistan on September 2
The 2023 Asia Cup will begin with the clash between co-hosts Pakistan and Nepal on August 30. India will take on arch-rivals Pakistan in their tournament opener on September 2.