Irfan Pathan opens up on Ayush Badoni replacing Washington Sundar. (Photo: X)
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Moneycontrol12-01-2026, 16:52

Irfan Pathan Questions Ayush Badoni's India Call-Up, Backs Riyan Parag

  • Ayush Badoni replaces injured Washington Sundar for remaining two ODIs against New Zealand.
  • Badoni, 26, gained prominence with Lucknow Super Giants in IPL under Gautam Gambhir.
  • Irfan Pathan suggests Riyan Parag would have been an 'ideal replacement' if fit.
  • Badoni's List A record is not impressive, despite a good first-class batting average.
  • Sundar sustained a rib injury in the series opener in Vadodara, ruling him out.

Why It Matters: Irfan Pathan believes a fit Riyan Parag was a better choice than Ayush Badoni for India's squad.

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