BCCI warns Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after England defeat
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 8:43 AM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Following India’s T20I series loss to England, the BCCI has issued a warning to openers Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi regarding their aggressive batting style. The call for restraint comes after India suffered its second consecutive series defeat, losing the fourth T20I by nine wickets in Bristol. Sooryavanshi has scored only 42 runs across three matches, prompting concern over his shot selection. Critics have identified a need for the opening duo to adapt their play, particularly against specific bowling threats. Discussions around player selection also arise, with former wicketkeeper Parthiv Patel questioning the exclusion of Sanju Samson in favor of Sooryavanshi.
- •BCCI warns openers to control aggressive shot selection.
- •Sooryavanshi has just 42 runs in three T20I innings.
- •India has lost back-to-back T20I series against England.
- •Parthiv Patel critiques the exclusion of Sanju Samson.
- •Sooryavanshi's best score remains 15 in the series.
- 8:43 AMYahoo Sports — 'Needs to be controlled!' - BCCI issues blunt warning to Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after England series defeat
"Following India's T20I series defeat in Bristol, a BCCI source issued a big warning to openers Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi over their batting style.
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