Ravichandran Ashwin slammed selectors for dropping Sanju Samson from the T20I squad for the Zimbabwe tour, calling it 'just unfair'. He warned that frequent team changes create player insecurity and harm India's T20 setup.
Pacer Ashok Sharma has earned his maiden India call-up for the T20I series against Zimbabwe. The 23-year-old has impressed with his express pace, shattering records in domestic cricket and performing well for Gujarat Titans.
Pacer Ashok Sharma has earned his maiden India call-up for the T20I series against Zimbabwe, starting July 23. Sharma has rapidly risen from domestic cricket to become a fast-bowling prospect, impressing with his pace and skill.
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 India's T20I squad for the upcoming series against Zimbabwe due to a poor run of form. Shreyas Iyer will captain the 15-member team, which includes maiden call-ups for Ashok Sharma and Yash Thakur.
Prasidh Krishna conceded 27 runs in an over, the most by an Indian against Ireland in T20Is, and set a record for most runs conceded in successive T20Is (125). Ireland posted 182/9 despite an early collapse, thanks to a middle-order fightback.
Young all-rounder Suryansh Shedge has received his first India call-up, replacing the injured Nitish Kumar Reddy in the T20I squads for series against Ireland and England. Shedge expressed immense joy and pride, crediting his parents and coaches for their support. He has impressed with performances for India A and in domestic tournaments, showcasing his batting and medium-pace bowling abilities.
Nikhil Chaudhary, an Indian-born cricketer, has been selected for Australia's T20I squad against Bangladesh, marking a significant milestone as the first Indian-born male player in an Australian national squad in over 60 years.
Mohammed Siraj is out of India's T20I tours of Ireland and England for workload management, replaced by Prasidh Krishna, as the team prepares for upcoming ICC events under new captain Shreyas Iyer.
Ravichandran Ashwin criticizes selectors for dropping T20 World Cup-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav from India's T20I squad, citing his recent achievement and suggesting he deserved more time to prove himself.
Debate is growing over whether 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should be fast-tracked into India's senior T20I side after his sensational IPL 2026 campaign, where he smashed 776 runs and won MVP.
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's IPL 2026 performance is drawing global attention, with Michael Vaughan stating UK fans tune in specifically for him. Vaughan believes age is the only barrier to his India debut, calling him the season's best opener.
Ravichandran Ashwin believes Shubman Gill deserves a T20I spot despite intense competition from young talents like Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Priyansh Arya, and established players like Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma. Ashwin highlighted India's deep talent pool, noting that players like KL Rahul are sometimes overlooked.
Ravichandran Ashwin believes Shubman Gill deserves a T20I spot despite fierce competition from young talents like Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Priyansh Arya, and established players like Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma.
Shreyas Iyer's stellar IPL 2026 performance, marked by consistency and clutch batting, makes a strong case for his return to the Indian T20I squad. Despite Punjab Kings' struggles, Iyer's batting output and leadership potential are highlighted.
Shreyas Iyer's stellar IPL 2026 performance, marked by consistency and clutch batting, makes a strong case for his return to the Indian T20I squad. Despite Punjab Kings' struggles, Iyer's individual brilliance and leadership potential are highlighted.
Ravichandran Ashwin advocates for Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return to India's T20I squad following his stellar all-round display for RCB. Kumar's exceptional bowling, and a crucial six in the final over, impressed Ashwin, who highlighted his ability to perform under pressure. Kumar currently leads the Purple Cap race, showcasing consistent wicket-taking prowess.
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.
Bangladesh Cricket Board has withdrawn Mustafizur Rahman's NOC for PSL 2026 after the experienced pacer was advised to undergo a scan for an injury, followed by a rehabilitation programme. Young fast bowler Nahid Rana has also been held back to prepare for the upcoming Test series against Pakistan. The board's focus is on ensuring key bowlers are fit for national duties. Meanwhile, Bangladesh announced their T20I squad for matches against New Zealand starting April 27, with senior pacers rested and fresh faces like Abdul Gaffar Saqlain receiving maiden call-ups.
Ravichandran Ashwin has strongly opposed the idea of India fielding separate T20I squads for overlapping international commitments. He emphasized that an India cap should retain its prestige and not be casually awarded, advocating for the India A pathway to groom talent instead. Ashwin believes this approach would preserve the value and respect associated with representing the senior national team.
Shreyas Iyer, a seasoned IPL captain, is making a strong case for a return to the Indian T20I squad. Reunited with coach Ricky Ponting at Punjab Kings, Iyer's consistent form and leadership potential are drawing attention. He's seen as a strong contender to replace Suryakumar Yadav, with selectors weighing his immediate impact and future captaincy prospects.
