In a big blow to India’s preparations for 2026 T20 World Cup, star middle-order batter Tilak Varma is set to undergo an emergency surgery.
The 23-year-old, who has become a vital cog in India’s T20 lineup, was diagnosed with testicular torsion while he was in the city representing Hyderabad in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, casting serious doubt over his participation in the upcoming home series against New Zealand and the initial stages of T20 World Cup 2026.
Details of Medical Emergency
The incident occurred in Rajkot, where Varma was representing Hyderabad in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.
According to reports, the youngster experienced severe abdominal pain shortly after breakfast on Wednesday morning. Given the intensity of the discomfort, he was immediately rushed to a local hospital for diagnostic scans.
The medical team at the hospital shared his reports with the BCCI Centre of Excellence (COE) in Bengaluru for further evaluation.
Specialists at the COE have reportedly advised that surgical intervention is necessary to address the issue. While the exact nature of the abdominal complication has not been officially detailed by the board, the recommendation for surgery indicates a condition that cannot be managed solely through rest or medication.
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