Shreyas Iyer Returns to India’s T20I Squad; Washington Sundar Sidelined for NZ Series

India have made key changes to their T20I squad ahead of the five-match home series against New Zealand, with Shreyas Iyer earning a recall while Washington Sundar has been ruled out due to injury. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed the updates on Friday, January 16.

Sundar picked up a side strain while bowling in the first ODI against New Zealand at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara on January 11. Following scans and medical consultation, the all-rounder has been advised rest and will report to the BCCI Centre of Excellence for further rehabilitation. As a result, he will miss the entire T20I series, with leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi named as his replacement.