In the world of cricket, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) holds a significant role in shaping the Indian cricket team. With the recent appointment of former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir as the chairman of the senior national selection committee, fans were hopeful for a fresh start and a new era for Indian cricket. However, the first squad selection under his leadership has raised many eyebrows and has left fans questioning the decisions made by the BCCI.
From not ignoring Abhishek Sharma in the shortest format to unexpectedly including Riyan Parag in ODIs, there have been many questionable decisions made by BCCI in recent India squad selection. These decisions have not only surprised the fans but have also raised concerns about the selection process and the criteria used by the BCCI.
One of the most surprising decisions made by the BCCI was the inclusion of Riyan Parag in the ODI squad. The 19-year-old all-rounder from Assam has only played 14 List A matches and has no experience in international cricket. While Parag has shown potential in the Indian Premier League (IPL), it is still too early to include him in the ODI squad. This decision has not only put pressure on the young player but has also raised questions about the selection process and the lack of opportunities for other deserving players.
Another questionable decision was the exclusion of experienced players like Shikhar Dhawan and Yuzvendra Chahal from the T20 squad. While Dhawan has been a consistent performer for India in the shortest format, Chahal has been one of the top spinners in the world. Their exclusion has left fans baffled and has raised concerns about the selection committee’s vision for the T20 World Cup.
Moreover, the selection of Abhishek Sharma in the T20 squad has also raised many eyebrows. The 20-year-old all-rounder has only played 10 T20 matches and has not been a regular member of his state team. While Sharma has shown potential in the domestic circuit, his inclusion in the T20 squad ahead of more experienced players has left fans questioning the selection criteria.
It is not just the questionable inclusions and exclusions that have raised concerns, but also the lack of communication and transparency from the BCCI. The selection committee has not provided any explanation for their decisions, leaving fans and experts to speculate about the reasons behind them. This lack of communication has not only created confusion but has also raised doubts about the credibility of the selection process.
The BCCI’s decision to appoint Gautam Gambhir as the chairman of the senior national selection committee was seen as a step towards a more progressive and transparent selection process. However, the first squad selection under his leadership has shown that old problems still persist in the Indian cricket system. The lack of transparency, questionable decisions, and the exclusion of experienced players have once again brought the BCCI’s selection process under scrutiny.
In conclusion, the recent squad selection by the BCCI has left fans disappointed and questioning the decisions made by the selection committee. While it is important to give opportunities to young players, it should not come at the cost of experienced and deserving players. The BCCI needs to address the concerns raised by the fans and experts and work towards a more transparent and fair selection process. Only then can we truly say that a new era has begun for Indian cricket. The post New era, old problems: Blunders made by Gautam Gambhir in his first squad selection appeared first on Inside Sport India.
