Ishan Kishan is likely to miss the opening match of the Duleep Trophy 2024 due to an undisclosed injury, casting doubt on his fitness for the tournament. Initially slated to play for Team D under Shreyas Iyer, Kishan's absence could lead to Sanju Samson stepping in as his replacement. Kishan, who recently participated in the Buchi Babu tournament, had an impressive century in his first match but struggled in the subsequent game. His unavailability may hinder his chances of returning to the Indian Test squad, as he has faced previous disciplinary issues for skipping domestic competitions. Whether Kishan will be able to join the tournament later depends on his recovery and subsequent selections for the upcoming Tests against Bangladesh. The first match is set to begin on September 5 in Anantapur, with Team D's next game scheduled for September 12 against Team A.