Tilak Varma Undergoes Surgery, Misses NZ T20Is, World Cup Start Doubtful

• Indian batter Tilak Varma underwent successful surgery for a groin issue (Testicular Torsion).
• He is set to miss the upcoming T20 International series against New Zealand, starting January 21.
• Varma is also doubtful for the first couple of matches of the T20 World Cup, which begins February 7.
• The injury occurred in Rajkot during the Vijay Hazare Trophy, leading to immediate medical intervention.
• BCCI confirmed the successful surgery; an update on his recovery timeline is awaited.

Why It Matters: Tilak Varma's surgery sidelines him from NZ T20Is and casts doubt on his T20 World Cup availability.