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Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan [Source: AFP]
Shubman Gill has commenced his preparation for the Test series against New Zealand. In other news, Ishan Kishan has been ruled out of India’s impending third T20I of the tour.
Capping an eventful day in the world of cricket, here we take a look at five of the biggest cricketing news that emerged out of Monday, October 26.
Shubman Gill arrives in New Zealand, begins Test preparation
Indian captain Shubman Gill has arrived in New Zealand and commenced his preparations for next month’s two-match Test series against the hosts. The cricketer was spotted facing a red ball during a training session on October 26, i.e., nearly three weeks before the series-opener in Wellington.
The senior top-order batter will also miss the final two ODIs of the tour to give himself additional time to prepare for the subsequent two Tests next month.
Ishan Kishan ruled out of third T20I vs New Zealand
Attacking Indian wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has been ruled out of India’s third T20I against New Zealand on October 27 as he is yet to regain match fitness. As per a BCCI update, the cricketer is still recovering from his low-grade right adductor strain.
He also missed the second T20I of the series this past weekend, prompting Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to replace him in the playing XI in Christchurch.
Rishabh Pant, Jasprit Bumrah likely to play for India A
Rishabh Pant will reportedly be available to play the third unofficial Test for the India A team against New Zealand next month. While the cricketer is now subject to fitness clearance, he has been training at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.
Legendary fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is also on track to play the all-important match before the crucial Test series against the hosts.
Mustafizur Rahman eyed by Melbourne Renegades for BBL 2026-27: Report
Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman is being eyed by the Melbourne Renegades to play the upcoming BBL 2026-27 season in Australia. Yet to play BBL cricket, the season will mark his maiden BBL stint if the speedster gets roped in by the Australian franchise.
If he receives the NoC from the BCB, he will become only the third Bangladesh cricketer to play the league after Rishad Hossain and Shakib Al Hasan.
Michael Hussey exits CSK as batting coach
Former Australian cricketer Michael Hussey has parted ways with the CSK franchise as its batting coach.
Taking to social media, CSK wrote “From the very first season in 2008, you have been an integral part of the Chennai Super Kings family. Your journey in Yellow has been defined not just by the runs you scored and the players you mentored, but by the dedication, humility, and unwavering commitment you brought to this franchise over the years.”
