Samson fractures finger, out for 5 weeks

Star wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson has fractured his index finger after being hit by a Jofra Archer scorcher during the fifth T20 International against England in Mumbai and will be out of action for more than a month, side-lining him from the upcoming Ranji Trophy quarterfinals.

- Agencies

NEW DELHI: The Indian badminton contingent, including top players like PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen, will put the finishing touch on their preparations ahead of the Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championships during a five-day preparatory camp, beginning in Guwahati on Tuesday.

Having clinched a bronze at the 2023 edition, the Indian team will be aiming to improve on their performance and secure a better medal at the prestigious event, scheduled to take place in Qingdao, China, from February 11-16.

The Indian squad is set to depart for the tournament on February 8.