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Deepak Chahar Ruled Out of T20 World Cup, Shardul Thakur Set To Replace ‘Reserve Player’

Written by Shreyas Vyas

India fast bowler Deepak Chahar has been ruled out of the T20 World Cup 2022 which means he will not fly out to Australia. The India fast bowler was earlier ruled out of the three-match ODI series earlier after twisting his ankle. He was named as the reserve player for the all-important event to be played in Australia from October 16.

Chahar has been in good form since his return to cricket in Zimbabwe. He was also included in the Australia-bound squad as a reserve player. Now, he being ruled out, Shardul Thakur has replaced him in the squad.

Meanwhile, the trio of Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj and Thakur is set to fly out to Australia on Thursday, October 13. The three pacers will join the squad, which is currently training in Perth ahead of the T20 World Cup.

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