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Kuldeep Yadav Seeks BCCI Leave for Long-Awaited Wedding Amid IND vs SA Test
14 Nov
Summary
- Kuldeep Yadav requests BCCI leave for his wedding in late November
- Timing clashes with 2nd Test vs South Africa, complicating team selection
- Kuldeep's recent form and team's preference for all-rounders raise doubts about his inclusion
As of November 14th, 2025, India's premier wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav has formally requested leave from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to attend his wedding, which is scheduled for the last week of this month. This personal milestone has been long overdue for Kuldeep, who had originally planned to marry earlier this year but had to postpone the ceremony due to the extended IPL 2025 season.
Now, with the auspicious date finalized and preparations underway, Kuldeep has sought formal leave from the BCCI, which directly clashes with the second Test against South Africa, set to begin on November 22nd in Guwahati. This has placed the team management in a tricky position, as they must assess Kuldeep's availability and the impact of his absence on the team's combination.
Adding to the complexity, Kuldeep's recent form and the team's preference for more versatile all-rounders like Axar Patel have raised questions about his inclusion in the playing XI, even if he were to be available for the Test. Kuldeep's lack of game time on turning tracks and the team's inclination towards multi-skilled players have contributed to the uncertainty surrounding his selection.
Nonetheless, for a player who has often sacrificed personal events for national duty, this leave request is understandable and even expected. The team management will now have to carefully weigh their options and finalize the playing XI, ensuring they are well-prepared for the crucial second Test against South Africa.
