Ashwin criticizes management's handling of Kuldeep ahead of T20I tours
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 4:34 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Ravichandran Ashwin has questioned the management of Kuldeep Yadav, describing their approach as 'bizarre'. He highlights the contrasting support Kuldeep received under previous leadership, noting his past match-winning performances. Despite being included in the Test setup, Kuldeep has struggled for game time, particularly in the ongoing T20 World Cup. He played only one match as India progressed through the tournament, with Varun Chakaravarthy preferred as the main spinner. Kuldeep has also been omitted from the upcoming T20I tours of England and Ireland, with Ravi Bishnoi taking his place.
- •Ashwin labels management's treatment of Kuldeep as bizarre.
- •Kuldeep played only one match in the ongoing T20 World Cup.
- •He was omitted from T20I tours to England and Ireland.
- •Ravi Bishnoi returns to the T20I squad amid selection debate.
- •Kuldeep's IPL 2026 statistics raised concerns about his form.
- 4:34 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Bizarre!’ Ashwin questions Gautam Gambhir-led management's handling of Kuldeep Yadav
"Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed bewilderment at the management of Kuldeep Yadav, contrasting the current setup with the consistent backing he received under Rahul Dravid and Rohit Sharma. Ashwin noted Kuldeep's past match-winning performances and suggested Test cricket should now be his priority, while also commenting on Ravi Bishnoi's return to the T20I squad.
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