Gautam Gambhir criticized for dropping Vaibhav Sooryavanshi from squad
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 9:45 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored a T20I half-century, making him the youngest player to achieve this feat during India's match against Zimbabwe. His explosive 50 off 18 balls came after a string of low scores earlier in the series, leading to his exclusion from the squad for the fifth T20I. Krishnamachari Srikkanth, a former selector, expressed confusion over Gambhir's decision to drop Sooryavanshi after just three innings, arguing it undermined the young player's confidence. Srikkanth praised Sooryavanshi's dedication to improving his game, noting that he worked hard following his drop. Currently, Sooryavanshi's performance raises questions about India's selection strategies going forward.
- •Sooryavanshi scored the fastest T20I half-century at age 15.
- •Krishnamachari Srikkanth criticized Gautam Gambhir's decision to drop him.
- •Sooryavanshi had poor scores in prior matches before his explosive innings.
- •VVS Laxman is now serving as India's interim head coach.
- 9:45 AMYahoo Sports — Gautam Gambhir termed 'foolish' after ex-India selector's explosive Vaibhav Sooryavanshi verdict
"Vaibhav Sooryavanshi achieved a significant milestone by scoring a T20I half-century. He became the youngest player ever to reach this batting achievement. This performance followed his earlier inclusion and subsequent exclusion from the team. Former player Krishnamachari Srikkanth criticized the decision to drop him. Sooryavanshi's dedication and fearless approach were also highlighted.
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