Overview
- The board said the 23-year-old underwent surgery in Rajkot on January 7, was discharged the next morning, and will return to Hyderabad while remaining stable and progressing well.
- He is sidelined for the first three matches of the five-game series against New Zealand, with a decision on the final two to follow once he completes initial return-to-training steps.
- Local medical reports described the issue as testicular torsion requiring urgent intervention, though the BCCI referred to an abdominal surgery in its update.
- Recovery timelines reported by media vary from roughly two to four weeks, while coaches close to the player suggest a quicker seven-to-ten-day return to training, creating conflicting expectations.
- No replacement has been named for the series, and selection discussions include internal reshuffles or calling up alternatives, while India’s World Cup opener is scheduled for February 7.