Team India left arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav He has given a positive update on his recovery from groin surgery ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Kuldeep Yadav has also expressed his desire to be considered for selection for the upcoming 50-over tournament in Pakistan and Dubai.
The left-arm off-spinner has been ruled out of the Test series He faced New Zealand at home due to a groin injury. He also missed the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 series. Australia. After the New Zealand series, Kuldeep was sent to the BCCI Center of Excellence for further treatment and rehabilitation.
My recovery went pretty well – Kuldeep Yadav
Speaking to The Telegraph, Kuldeep Yadav revealed that he is recovering from a groin injury that required surgery. He confirmed that he has resumed bowling competitively and feels positive about his progress. Kuldeep added that his recovery has gone well and he has been bowling for some time now.
“My recovery has been going really well and I have been bowling for a while now. I feel good (about the progress),” explained Kuldeep.
Kuldeep has not featured in ODI cricket since August 2024 against Sri Lanka. He has 106 ODIs to his name, with 172 wickets at an average of 26.00 and a save rate of 4.99, including 7 four-wicket hauls and 2 five-wicket hauls.
Kuldeep Yadav is back in contention for Champions Trophy selection
Kuldeep Yadav is fighting again for selection for next month’s Champions Trophy. A BCCI source confirmed that although his inclusion will depend on his recovery, given his status as a champion bowler across all formats, Kuldeep’s name will definitely be discussed at the selection meeting.
“Whether or not he is selected depends on his physical fitness, but it will be discussed clearly in the selection meeting. After all, he is a champion bowler in all formats,” a BCCI source told the Telegraph about Kuldeep’s place in the team.
He has started Bowling in last 10 days – Kuldeep’s personal trainer
Sharing details about the recovery process, Kuldeep’s personal trainer Kapil Panday said that Kuldeep has been bowling for the last 10 days. He added that Kuldeep would soon receive clearance from the NCA and expressed optimism about his potential selection for the Champions Trophy.
“He started bowling in the last 10 days. He will come to Kanpur after January 25 or 26 and we will work more on his line and length, spin and other technical issues. By then, he must also get the NCA’s permission. We are very hopeful for his Champions Trophy selection,” said Panday.
Kuldeep Yadav could be picked for the three-match ODI series against England ahead of the Champions Trophy, allowing the coaches and management to assess his match fitness.
He has been a key player in India’s white-ball setup, spearheading the spin attack in the 2023 ODI World Cup. He was also instrumental in winning the 2024 T20 World Cup, ending India’s ICC trophy drought. Fans are hoping that Kuldeep will be able to showcase his skills in the UAE, where conditions may favor him.
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