Shreyas Iyer Replaces Injured Tilak Varma in India’s T20 World Cup Squad; ICC Addresses Event Preparations

Shreyas Iyer has been named as a replacement for the injured Tilak Varma in India's squad for the first three matches ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026. Iyer last played a T20 International in December 2023, scoring 53 runs against Australia. Despite strong IPL performances and leadership roles, he is currently outside India's core T20 plans, with selectors favoring younger, multi-skilled players. Meanwhile, the ICC has sent a delegation to Bangladesh to address logistical concerns for the upcoming World Cup.