Why Rinku Singh and Nitish Kumar Reddy Are Missing the IND vs ENG 2nd T20I

Indian cricket fans eagerly awaiting the second T20I match against England were surprised to see Rinku Singh and Nitish Kumar Reddy missing from the lineup. Both players, known for their contributions to India’s recent T20I successes, were ruled out due to injuries. This has led to significant reshuffles in the squad. Here’s an in-depth look at why they are not playing and how the team has adapted.

In the second T20I between India and England, held in Chennai on January 25, 2025, Indian cricketers Rinku Singh and Nitish Kumar Reddy were absent from the playing XI due to injuries.

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Rinku Singh's Absence:

Rinku Singh suffered a low back spasm during the first T20I in Kolkata, which ruled him out of both the second and third matches of the series. 

Nitish Kumar Reddy's Absence:

Nitish Kumar Reddy sustained a side strain during training, leading to his exclusion from the remainder of the series. .

Team Adjustments:

To address these injuries, the Indian team management made strategic changes for the second T20I. All-rounder Washington Sundar and wicketkeeper-batsman Dhruv Jurel were brought into the playing XI to replace the injured players.

Prior to their injuries, both Rinku Singh and Nitish Kumar Reddy had been contributing significantly to India's T20I endeavors. Rinku had showcased his batting prowess in previous matches, while Reddy had been making notable strides as a pace-bowling all-rounder.

The team and fans are hopeful for the swift recovery of both players, aiming to see them back in action in future matches.