New Delhi, Jan. 8 -- The Indian team management is in a fix after batter Tilak Varma underwent a groin surgery which might require him take three to four weeks to get back on the field. A crucial figure in the Indian top-order, Tilak is all set to miss the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand at home, which starts on January 21.

Not just the series against the Kiwis, his groin surgery has also put Tilak in doubt for the T20 World Cup 2026, starting in a month's time at home, at least for a first couple of matches. According to a PTI report, Tilak was rushed to the hospital in Rajkot after he complained of acute pain.

Tilak is a part of the Hyderabad team, competing in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy. He was diagnosed with Testicular...