Asian Games 2026: Vipraj Nigam replaces injured Varun Chakravarthy in India squad, all you need to know about DC spinner
With Varun Chakravarthy once again getting injured in the 1st T20I against Afghanistan, Vipraj Nigam is all set to be in the India Squad at the 2026 Asian Games.
In a recent development, Indian cricket selectors have made a significant change to the squad for the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Vipraj Nigam has been called up to replace the injured Varun Chakravarthy in the team. Nigam, a 22-year-old leg-spinner and right-handed batter from Barabanki in Uttar Pradesh, will add more variety to India's spin department.
The other available option was Kuldeep Yadav, who will now play in the West Indies ODIs. Nigam's inclusion provides India with a chance to expand its spin options, especially with the recent string of injuries affecting the team's spin battery.
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