India, Jan. 15 -- Having sustained an injury during the ongoing ODI series vs New Zealand, Washington Sundar has been ruled out of the five-match T20I series vs New Zealand due to a side strain. The all-rounder experienced discomfort in his left lower rib area while bowling during the first ODI vs New Zealand, following which he was also ruled out of the ODI series.

According to a PTI report, Sundar is not expected to recover in time for the five-match T20I series, scheduled to begin on January 21.

A BCCI official told PTI, "Washington Sundar has been ruled out from T20 series vs NZ due to side strain."

In the first ODI, Sundar walked out to bat despite his injury and helped KL Rahul guide India to victory. After the match, Rahul revea...