Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has openly criticized the BCCI selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, for excluding Shreyas Iyer from India’s Test squad for the England tour. Ganguly believes Iyer’s recent form across formats warranted his inclusion, calling the decision “unacceptable”.
🔴 Key Highlights:
- Iyer was one of India’s top ODI run-getters in the 2023 World Cup and 2025 Champions Trophy.
- He led Punjab Kings to their first IPL final since 2014, after winning the IPL 2024 title with Kolkata Knight Riders.
- Despite his past struggles with short-pitched deliveries, Iyer has improved significantly, handling pressure and scoring consistently.
- Ganguly expressed optimism about India’s chances in England, stating that batting well and keeping Bumrah fit could lead to victory.
📢 Sourav Ganguly’s Statement:
“Iyer has been in outstanding form and should have been in England. He’s not the same player he was when he was dropped. He’s handling pressure, scoring consistently, and even managing short-pitched deliveries better. I would have picked him just to see how he adapts to this series.”
⚠️ Strategic Impact:
- India’s selection choices face scrutiny, with Ganguly’s remarks fueling debates on team composition and leadership.
- Iyer’s exclusion raises questions about India’s middle-order stability, especially after Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s Test retirements.
👉 What do you think? Should Shreyas Iyer have been included in India’s Test squad for England? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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