Former Pakistan Test spinner and chief selector Iqbal Qasim has criticised young cricketers for prioritising money over skill, while also questioning selection consistency and a lack of long-term vision in the Pakistan Cricket Board.
Washington Sundar faces a major doubt for the second Test due to a hamstring injury, while the BCCI medical team has set no return timelines for injured pacers Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep.
Sarfaraz Khan replaces injured Sai Sudharsan in India's Test squad for the upcoming two-match series against Sri Lanka, bringing international experience to the middle order.
Ajinkya Rahane advocates for a clear commitment from India's team management to include Rohit Sharma in the 2027 World Cup squad, emphasizing the veteran's experience and recent form.
Former Gujarat captain Priyank Panchal questioned the appointment of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as East Zone vice-captain for the Duleep Trophy, citing potential pressure, while selectors defended the long-term developmental move.
Former India cricketer Mohammed Kaif believes veteran opener Rohit Sharma will not retire from ODI cricket on his own, leaving selectors to make the call.
The Liberal Party in Victoria faces governance and potential fraud concerns after registering an ineligible deceased member and two ex-members as preselectors in the key electorate of Ripon ahead of the state election.
R Ashwin advocates for Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return to India's national team for the 2027 ODI World Cup, citing his recent IPL success, experience, and versatility, amid concerns over the current pace attack's inexperience.
Former India wicketkeeper Deep Dasgupta criticizes retirement rumors surrounding Rohit Sharma during India's ODI series against England, emphasizing performance-based selection and reduced speculation around senior players.
India's senior selection committee, chaired by Ajit Agarkar, is preparing to pick the squad for the upcoming two-Test tour of Sri Lanka, with uncertainty surrounding all-rounder Washington Sundar's hamstring injury. The team is expected to see the return of key players like Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja.
India's senior men's cricket selection committee, chaired by Ajit Agarkar, will soon pick the squad for the two-Test tour of Sri Lanka starting August 15. The selectors await clarity on all-rounder Washington Sundar's hamstring injury, which could impact his inclusion.
Sanju Samson's childhood coach, Biju George, has criticized selectors for dropping Samson from the Zimbabwe T20I squad despite his crucial role in the T20 World Cup win. George called the decision 'ridiculous' and a 'recurring pattern' of unfair treatment.
Sanju Samson's childhood coach, Biju George, expressed heartbreak over the wicketkeeper-batter's exclusion from the India squad for the Zimbabwe T20Is, citing his crucial role in the T20 World Cup triumph and a consistent IPL season. George criticized the selectors for a perceived unfair treatment and a recurring pattern of dropping Samson despite match-winning performances.
Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif expressed disappointment over Shreyas Iyer and Tilak Varma being appointed captain and vice-captain, stating they don't deserve guaranteed spots in the playing XI and their selection led to Sanju Samson's exclusion. Kaif questioned the decision, noting it's unusual for a player to return to the T20I side directly as captain.
Suryakumar Yadav has refuted a fake statement circulating on social media, denying claims of unhappiness over his T20I captaincy and future. He reiterated his full support for the Indian team and congratulated young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi on his record-breaking debut.
Sanju Samson, Player of the Tournament in the T20 World Cup, has been excluded from India's squad for the Zimbabwe series. This decision, following captain Suryakumar Yadav's exclusion, is attributed to Samson's inconsistency despite recent strong performances. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's emergence is also a key factor.
Sanju Samson has been excluded from the upcoming T20I series against Zimbabwe. Ishan Kishan will be the primary wicketkeeper, with Prabhsimran Singh earning a maiden call-up. Selectors aim to provide more opportunities to young players like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
India's cricket board faces a dilemma regarding 15-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who may debut against Ireland. A separate dressing room was built for him in Belfast due to age laws, highlighting the tension between his exceptional talent and team selection arithmetic.
India faces a dilemma with 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who has impressed with exceptional IPL stats. A separate dressing room was built for him due to child labor laws, highlighting his potential impact. His debut could break Tendulkar's record, but selectors debate disrupting the T20 World Cup-winning team.
Former India batter Mohammad Kaif expressed concern over Hardik Pandya's recurring fitness issues and the lack of clarity surrounding his injuries. Kaif also discussed Yashasvi Jaiswal's omission from the England ODI series squad, backing Ishan Kishan's selection.
Fast bowler Harshit Rana has been added to the India squad for the third ODI against Afghanistan in Chennai. Rana has completed his rehabilitation and joins the team as they look to test combinations ahead of future assignments.
Former India captain Kris Srikkanth supports Ravindra Jadeja for the 2027 ODI World Cup, despite recent struggles. He also backs Rohit Sharma to continue as captain based on form, not age, as India shapes its squad.
Former India captain Kris Srikkanth supports Ravindra Jadeja for the 2027 ODI World Cup despite recent struggles. He also backs Rohit Sharma to continue as captain based on form, not age, as India shapes its squad.
Hardik Pandya has suffered a fresh setback with a quadricep strain ruling him out of the upcoming ODIs against Afghanistan. The all-rounder felt discomfort during training in Bengaluru and scans revealed a sprain requiring at least two weeks of recovery.
