Why didn't Shardul Thakur play IND vs WI 2nd Test?

Shardul Thakur has been ruled out of the playing 11 for the India vs West Indies 2nd Test.

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The reason for the absence of Shardul Thakur in this match was injury.

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BCCI told through Twitter that Shardul Thakur will not play this match due to injury.

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In India's team, Bengal fast bowler Mukesh Kumar was debuted in place of Shardul Thakur.

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Mukesh Kumar made his India debut with impressive performances in the domestic circuit.

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Addressing the situation at the toss, team captain Rohit Sharma gave an update on Shardul's injury.

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Mukesh Kumar is from Bengal and his father is a taxi driver.

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This year in IPL 2023, Mukesh Kumar was bought by Delhi Capitals for Rs 5.5 crores.

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