Breaking: KL Rahul out, Rishabh Pant captain for Ind vs SA T20 series

India Captain Ruled Out of T20I Series vs South Africa. Rishabh Pant would now be leading India. Rahul was scheduled to do a presser today at 5:00 PM IST, but he could not attend it. Ind vs SA T20 series: KL Rahul out, Rishabh Pant captain.

Rishabh Pant would be leading India for the very first time and hence eyes would be on him. He has led Delhi Capitals in the past in the IPL, but this would be a totally different kettle of fish for him. Ahead of the Ind vs SA T20 series starting June 9, India captain for the series KL Rahul is likely to address the press today.

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Here are the live updates of KL Rahul’s press conference. With the T20 World Cup set to take place later this year, the build-up to that would start in Delhi. After crashing out early in last year’s T20 WC, India does not want to keep any stone unturned as he gets ready for the marquee tournament. KL Rahul will lead the Men in Blue in the absence of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. The hosts are unbeaten in 12 T20Is at present.

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