Former India batter Aakash Chopra believes Rajat Patidar's T20I return is unlikely due to India's current batting lineup, which offers little room for him. Chopra cited the strong presence of left-handers in the top order and the established middle order as reasons why Patidar might not get a chance soon, despite his domestic T20 success.
India lost to Ireland by 34 runs in Shreyas Iyer's T20I captaincy debut, with Iyer's bowling strategy, including persistent use of Prasidh Krishna and late introduction of Washington Sundar, facing criticism from Aakash Chopra.
Former India batter Aakash Chopra believes Mohammed Siraj was prematurely labeled a one-format player, arguing the fast bowler has proven his effectiveness across all formats. Chopra criticized decisions regarding Siraj's white-ball selections, particularly his omission from the 2025 Champions Trophy squad.
Former India opener Aakash Chopra believes Shubman Gill needs to improve his ODI captaincy record, noting India's poor results under his leadership. Despite Gill's batting success, Chopra highlighted that India has won only two out of six ODIs led by Gill.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi breaks Chris Gayle's IPL record with 65 sixes in a season
Bhuvneshwar Kumar's stellar IPL 2026 form, leading the Purple Cap race with 21 wickets at an impressive average, has reignited calls for his India T20I return. The 36-year-old's consistent match-winning spells and economical bowling, highlighted by a 4/23 against Mumbai Indians, have caught the attention of experts like Aakash Chopra, pushing selectors to reconsider his international future.
Aakash Chopra expresses concern over Jacob Bethell's quiet start for RCB, noting his inability to convert starts despite opportunities. He also questions Romario Shepherd's unclear role and effectiveness. For Gujarat Titans, Chopra highlights their top-order dependency and struggles to score in the death overs, posing significant challenges for the upcoming match.
Aakash Chopra expresses concern over Jacob Bethell's quiet start for RCB, noting his inability to convert starts despite opportunities. He also questions Romario Shepherd's unclear role and effectiveness. For Gujarat Titans, Chopra highlights their top-order dependency and struggles to score in the death overs, posing significant challenges for the upcoming match.
Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has questioned the national selectors for not including Yashasvi Jaiswal in T20I discussions despite his consistent IPL performances. Jaiswal scored 51 off 27 balls to help Rajasthan Royals chase 223 against Punjab Kings in IPL 2026 on April 28. Chopra pointed out Jaiswal was part of the 2024 T20 World Cup-winning team but got dropped afterward, with no conversation about his return. Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi also impressed, scoring 43 off 16 balls in a 51-run opening stand.
