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With his undefeatable and rare in the continent left-arm chinaman bowling, young spinner Kuldeep Yadav has made a concrete place for himself in the Indian cricket team in a short period of time. Kuldeep was initially a fast bowler but on the perusal of his childhood coach in a cricket academy in Kanpur, he developed himself to become a left-arm wrist spinner, a rare breed of bowlers in India. The Uttar Pradesh-based spinner made his international debut on March 25, 2017, in a Test match against Australia in Dharamsala. Following an impressive Test outing, Kuldeep made his ODI debut on June 23, 2017, facing West Indies at Port of Spain. On the same tour of Caribbean islands, he managed to make his T20I debut on July 9, 2017 at Kingston. He, along with leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, charmed the national team selectors with his mystical bowling and replaced experienced spinners Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja in the squads for the shorter format of cricket.
Kuldeep Yadav
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Former India cricketer backs team India to support Kuldeep Yadav after his exclusion
Cricket | Aug 23, 2026, 01:49 PM ISTFormer India cricketer Deep Dasgupta took centre stage and talked about how star spinner Kuldeep Yadav needs extra backing and support to perform at the peak of his powers as India takes on Sri Lanka in the second Test of the series.
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Why is Kuldeep Yadav not playing India vs Sri Lanka 2nd Test in Colombo?
Cricket | Aug 23, 2026, 11:06 AM ISTWith the Indian team taking on Sri Lanka in the second Test of the ongoing series between the two sides, let us have a look at why star spinner Kuldeep Yadav is not playing in the clash and what India's playing XI for the game looks like.
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Kuldeep Yadav's form is concerning? India coach Sairaj Bahutule backs star spinner
Cricket | Aug 21, 2026, 04:56 PM ISTIndia spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule has backed Kuldeep Yadav ahead of the second Test against Sri Lanka, saying the spinner remains in good form. He also praised Manav Suthar’s progress and ability to adapt to conditions.
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Kuldeep Yadav dominates Ben Stokes, ensures comfortable win for Yorkshire in One-Day Cup
Cricket | Aug 01, 2026, 08:24 PM ISTKuldeep Yadav starred with figures of 2/23 as Yorkshire defeated Durham by seven wickets in the One-Day Cup, dismissing Ben Stokes and Colin Ackermann. Meanwhile, Rob Key and Andrew McDonald believe Stokes could still return from Test retirement for the Ashes.
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Kuldeep Yadav strengthens case for ODI comeback, performs brilliantly on Yorkshire debut
Cricket | Jul 25, 2026, 01:14 PM ISTStar India spinner Kuldeep Yadav put forth a brilliant performance for Yorkshire in the ongoing Royal One-Day Cup 2026, taking two wickets against Glamorgan. Kuldeep strengthened his case for a comeback in India's ODI squad.
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Star India cricketer pens new deal with county team after constant ignorance from Indian management
Cricket | Jul 22, 2026, 05:49 PM ISTIndia spinner Kuldeep Yadav has signed with Yorkshire as an overseas player after missing selection in India's recent ODI series in England and T20Is vs Zimbabwe. He will feature in the One-Day Cup and County Championship before rejoining India for the Sri Lanka Tests.
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R Ashwin gives his take on Kuldeep Yadav's continued absence from India squad after England loss
Cricket | Jul 20, 2026, 11:59 PM ISTFormer India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin took centre stage and talked about the continued absence of star spinner Kuldeep Yadav in Team India's XI despite his brilliance across formats and India's recent performances.
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Why is Kuldeep Yadav dropped again? Former cricketers lash out at management over selection calls
Cricket | Jul 19, 2026, 09:28 PM ISTKuldeep Yadav's omission from India's third ODI against England sparked criticism after England piled up 387 at Lord’s. Former cricketers questioned the team management’s preference for all-rounders despite bowling struggles. India, however, began the chase strongly with a 100-plus opening stand.
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Star India cricketer ruled out of the third ODI vs England at Lord's, Kuldeep Yadav can return
Cricket | Jul 17, 2026, 06:04 PM ISTIndia all-rounder Washington Sundar has been ruled out of the third ODI against England at Lord's with a hamstring injury. Kuldeep Yadav is likely to replace him, while the series is level at 1-1 heading into the decider.
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Why are Kuldeep Yadav and Arshdeep Singh not playing in IND vs AFG 3rd ODI?
Cricket | Jun 20, 2026, 04:09 PM ISTKuldeep Yadav and Arshdeep Singh both missed out as India made three changes for their third ODI against Afghanistan at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. India have brought in Prasidh Krishna, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Harsh Dubey for this game.
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Why is Kuldeep Yadav not playing for DC in must-win IPL 2026 clash against PBKS?
Cricket | May 11, 2026, 09:20 PM ISTKuldeep Yadav was among the five changes Delhi Capitals made for their IPL 2026 clash against the Punjab Kings at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala. DC are hanging by a thread in their push for the IPL 2026 playoffs.
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Rohit Sharma's hilarious bluff fools KL Rahul, Kuldeep Yadav; bursts out laughing during MI vs DC
Cricket | Apr 04, 2026, 06:05 PM ISTRohit Sharma used his sharp IQ to trick Delhi Capitals into wasting a DRS review during their IPL 2026 clash. By feigning a walk to the dugout, he provoked a failed challenge from Kuldeep Yadav in the ninth over. Rohit eventually made 35 as Mumbai Indians posted a total of 162 runs.
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Former India cricketer reflects on Kuldeep Yadav's role for Delhi Capitals ahead of IPL 2026
Cricket | Mar 17, 2026, 03:38 PM ISTFormer India cricketer Mohammad Kaif took centre stage and talked about the role that star India spinner Kuldeep Yadav could play for Delhi Capitals ahead of the 19th edition of the IPL (Indian Premier League).
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Kuldeep Yadav gets married to girlfriend Vanshika Singh in Mussoorie, Chahal shares pics
Cricket | Mar 15, 2026, 12:19 AM ISTThe adorable couple had got engaged in June in a traditional ceremony in Lucknow. Their wedding was originally slated to happen in November 2025 but was postponed due to Kuldeep's international commitments.
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Kuldeep Yadav's wedding festivities begin, Yuzvendra Chahal steals show with dance | WATCH
Cricket | Mar 13, 2026, 09:42 PM ISTKuldeep Yadav’s wedding celebrations have begun in Mussoorie with the haldi ceremony attended by Yuzvendra Chahal, Rinku Singh and T. Dilip among others. Notably, the India spinner will marry Vanshika Singh on March 14, while a grand reception is scheduled in Lucknow on March 17.
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India's probable XI vs West Indies: Kuldeep Yadav IN, Arshdeep Singh OUT? What about Rinku Singh?
Cricket | Mar 01, 2026, 12:41 PM ISTIndia might consider bringing in Kuldeep Yadav in the must-win clash against West Indies at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The surface looked dry in nature and the spinners could get some assistance. For the same reason, Kuldeep could replace Arshdeep Singh.
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Why is Kuldeep Yadav likely to be dropped from India's playing XI for Netherlands clash in T20 WC?
Cricket | Feb 18, 2026, 08:35 AM ISTIndia and Netherlands are set to face each other today in the T20 World Cup and Kuldeep Yadav is unlikely to make it to the playing XI. India are expected to make at least one change to ther line-up. Here's why Kuldeep Yadav could be left out of the playing XI vs Netherlands.
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'Tera toh game bazana parega' - Suryakumar, Kuldeep Yadav's hilarious banter after Pakistan win goes
Cricket | Feb 16, 2026, 09:40 PM ISTIndia thrashed Pakistan by 61 runs in the T20 World Cup 2026 at R Premadasa Stadium, securing a Super 8 spot. Kuldeep Yadav’s dropped catch sparked a minor spat with Hardik Pandya, which later turned humorous in a viral Instagram reel with Suryakumar Yadav.
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Why is Kuldeep Yadav not playing 5th T20I vs New Zealand in Trivandrum?
Cricket | Jan 31, 2026, 06:53 PM ISTIndia have made three changes to the playing XI for the fifth T20I against New Zealand in Trivandrum. Star spinner Kuldeep Yadav was dropped from the squad as Varun Chakravarthy replaced him. Axar Patel and Ishan Kishan returns as India opt to bat first.
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Rohit Sharma wants India to play both Varun Chakravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav in T20 World Cup
Cricket | Jan 28, 2026, 05:05 PM ISTRohit Sharma wants India to find a way to play both Varun Chakravarthy and Kuldeep Yadav in the T20 World Cup, citing their wicket-taking ability. However, he admits that dew and team balance make the combination a tough call for management.
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