Ashwin criticizes India selectors for dropping Yadav from T20 squad
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 9:28 PM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
Ravichandran Ashwin has spoken out against the Board of Control for Cricket in India's decision to exclude Suryakumar Yadav from the T20I squads ahead of tours to England and Ireland. Yadav, who recently captained India to a T20 World Cup title, lost both his captaincy and spot in the team. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar stated that the decision was influenced by Yadav's recent form and the team's long-term strategies. Ashwin expressed surprise, arguing Yadav deserved a chance to prove himself in the upcoming series. He emphasized the importance of considering Yadav's leadership role and contributions in prior successes.
- •BCCI announced T20I squads for tours of England and Ireland on June 6, 2026.
- •Yadav lost his captaincy and place in the team after leading to World Cup victory.
- •Ashwin believes Yadav should have been given more time to redeem his form.
- •Ajit Agarkar cited the team's long-term plans as the basis for the selection choice.
- •Ashwin suggests the decision may set a precedent for future captain selections.
- 9:28 PMYahoo Sports — 'Deserved a chance to prove': Ashwin questions Suryakumar Yadav’s India T20 snub
"The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Saturday announced India's T20I squads for the tours of England and Ireland, naming Shreyas Iyer as captain and Tilak Varma as vice-captain.
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