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Michael ruled out of Champions Trophy

Barog July 15 Misfortune struck talented forward Sandeep Michael today when he was ruled out of the Champions Trophy hockey tournament in Amstelveen next month after being diagnosed with viral hepatitis.

Michael, who played a crucial role in India's title triumph in the second leg of a three-nation tournament in Sydney last month, was found positive for jaundice, coach Rajinder Singh said quoting medical test reports.

``It is unfortunate that he has been diagnosed with the disease. He has been advised rest for at least six weeks. But I do not think he can resume playing before two months,'' said the coach.

Rajinder Singh said he did not want to take any chance and decided to send Michael back to his home early.

The coach, however, made it clear that there will not be any replacement for Michael.

``We will continue the camp here with 23 players and there will not be any immediate replacement,'' he said.

Michael is certain to miss the prestigious event in Amstelveen where India will start its campaign on August 16 with a match against hosts Holland.

PTI

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