Sundar Hamstring Injury Leaves India a Bowler Short
India's bowling options were reduced after the all-rounder pulled up while batting during the second ODI against England.
India faced a significant setback in the second ODI against England when all-rounder Washington Sundar suffered a hamstring injury during his batting innings. While attempting a run, Sundar pulled up and required on-field treatment, with his right hamstring heavily strapped. Although he continued batting, he was unable to take the field when England chased, leaving India a bowler short in defending 233.
With Sundar unavailable, substitute Arshdeep Singh fielded for him, but India lacked a frontline spinner. Shivam Dube may need to bowl his full quota to cover the shortfall. Sundar's absence could also affect the team's balance in the final ODI, pending a medical update.
Sundar had been in good form, scoring an unbeaten 52 in the first ODI to guide India to victory. His injury is a blow to both his individual momentum and the team's plans in the series.