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The highly anticipated comeback of Indian wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan to the Duleep Trophy has hit a snag due to a hamstring injury. Kishan, who was included in the India D squad captained by Shreyas Iyer, is now a doubtful starter for the first round of the tournament, scheduled to begin on Thursday. The injury occurred during Kishan's participation in the recent Buchi Babu Invitational Tournament in Coimbatore, where he represented Jharkhand.
Kishan's absence has created a void in the India D team's wicketkeeping department. While there were rumors of Sanju Samson being drafted in as a replacement, it is highly likely that KS Bharat will be the designated wicketkeeper for India D in the first round. Kishan's absence in Anantapur, the venue for India D's opening match, underscores the severity of his injury and the uncertainty surrounding his return to competitive cricket.
The injury woes are not limited to Kishan, as other key players have also been sidelined. India A pacer Prasidh Krishna, who is recovering from a surgery earlier this year, will also miss the first round match against India B. This comes as a blow to India A's bowling attack, leaving a crucial gap in their arsenal.
The Duleep Trophy, a prestigious domestic tournament, has faced numerous setbacks due to injuries and illnesses. Earlier, Suryakumar Yadav, a prominent batsman, was ruled out of the opening round after suffering a hand bruise during the Buchi Babu Tournament. In addition, Indian pacers Mohammed Siraj and Umran Malik were withdrawn from the tournament due to illness.
Furthermore, all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja was released from India B, though the reason for his withdrawal remains undisclosed. These withdrawals have significantly impacted the strength of the Duleep Trophy teams, adding a layer of complexity to the tournament's early stages. Navdeep Saini has replaced Siraj in India B, while Puducherry quick Gaurav Yadav has filled in for Malik in India C. The Duleep Trophy will proceed despite these absences, but the impact of these key players' unavailability will undoubtedly be felt in the upcoming matches.
Source: Big Blow To Ishan Kishan's Comeback, Report Claims Star's Duleep Trophy Plans Have Hit A Roadblock