India’s spin bowler Varun Chakaravarthy is ruled out of the ongoing T20I series against Afghanistan due to an injury, according to NDTV. The outlet reports that the injury affects his availability for the remaining matches in the series.

NDTV also notes that the setback comes as a concern for his wider schedule. It says Chakaravarthy may miss India’s upcoming Asian Games, depending on how his recovery progresses. The reporting frames the decision as precautionary, reflecting the uncertainty around his fitness and his ability to return in time for the multi-sport event.

Other details such as the exact nature of the injury, the timeline for his return, and whether he is replaced in the squad are not provided in the available material. The focus remains on his absence from the Afghanistan series and the potential impact on participation in the Asian Games.