Kuldeep Yadav's mysterious absence: Was viral illness used as cover for him being dropped from India's Test XI vs Sri Lanka?
While his recent absence from the second Test against Sri Lanka was attributed to illness, some believe Kuldeep Yadav might have been dropped.
Kuldeep Yadav's unexpected absence from India's Test XI against Sri Lanka has sparked speculation about the true reason behind his exclusion. The 33-year-old wrist-spinner was replaced by 33-year-old Saransh Jain in the second Test in Colombo, despite reports of a viral illness and throat issue. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) initially explained his absence as a result of not having fully recovered from the illness, but this explanation appeared inconsistent with earlier statements from the team.
Over the course of three days, the BCCI's official narrative shifted from no injury concern to a viral infection, leaving many questioning whether the illness was the actual reason for his omission or if it was merely a cover story.
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