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Former Indian cricketer Kris Srikkanth has reignited the selection debate after Ruturaj Gaikwad’s exclusion from the upcoming Sri Lanka series. In a recent YouTube video, Srikkanth expressed strong criticism of the selectors’ decision.
“Ruturaj Gaikwad is an automatic choice for T20Is,” Srikkanth declared. He went on to urge Gaikwad to “score more runs and make the selectors see him,” adding a controversial remark: “because everyone is not Shubman Gill to have a good zodiac sign.”
This cryptic statement suggests Srikkanth believes Gill’s selection might be influenced by factors beyond cricketing merit. While Srikkanth didn’t elaborate, his comments have sparked debate on social media, with some fans interpreting it as a suggestion of favouritism towards Gill.
Shubman Gill, recently appointed vice-captain for both T20Is and ODIs against Sri Lanka, had a quiet outing with the bat in the Zimbabwe series. In contrast, Gaikwad was in impressive form during the same tour, raising questions about his omission from the squad.
Srikkanth’s comments are the latest in a series of criticisms directed at the BCCI selection committee. Fans and pundits alike have expressed concerns about the rationale behind certain selections, particularly the exclusion of in-form players like Gaikwad.
The upcoming Sri Lanka series will be a crucial test for the Indian team, especially with a new captain at the helm in the T20Is. Whether Gaikwad will find his way back into the squad for future tours remains to be seen. However, Srikkanth’s strong words have certainly reignited the debate surrounding selection policies and the importance of consistent performance.
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