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Auqib Nabi Debuts for India in 2nd ODI vs West Indies; KL Rahul Presents Maiden Cap
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News18•30-09-2026, 13:50
Auqib Nabi Debuts for India in 2nd ODI vs West Indies; KL Rahul Presents Maiden Cap
- •Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi made his international debut, receiving his India cap from KL Rahul before the second ODI against West Indies.
- •Nabi replaced allrounder Nitish Kumar Reddy in the playing XI, marking a significant milestone in his career.
- •Known for his swing bowling and ability to move the ball both ways, Nabi gained prominence after two outstanding Ranji Trophy seasons, claiming 104 wickets.
- •He was the leading wicket-taker in the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy with 60 wickets, helping Jammu and Kashmir win their maiden title.
- •Nabi previously showcased his white-ball skills with 15 wickets in the 2025 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and was bought by Delhi Capitals for Rs 8.4 crore in the IPL auction.
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Auqib Nabi made his international debut on Wednesday during the second ODI against the West Indies at the Assam Cricket Association Stadium in Guwahati, where he received his maiden cap from KL Rahul.
Auqib Nabi replaced all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy in the playing XI for the second ODI match against the West Indies.
Auqib Nabi claimed a total of 104 wickets across the 2024-25 and 2025-26 Ranji Trophy campaigns, including 60 wickets in the 2025-26 season to help Jammu and Kashmir win their maiden title.
