Recently appointed captain Suryakumar Yadav has spoken out about the absence of Ruturaj Gaikwad in the Indian squad for their upcoming T20I against South Africa. Despite Gaikwad's stellar performance in the domestic circuit and his strong showings in the T20I series against Zimbabwe earlier this year, he has not been included in the national team. While Yadav praised Gaikwad's skills and consistency, he reminded everyone that the team follows a specific selection process and that other players in good form also deserve their chance. With Yadav's leadership and Gaikwad's impressive record, fans are left wondering when will Gaikwad's "time" finally come on the national team stage.
Suryakumar Yadav Addresses Ruturaj Gaikwad's Absence from India Squad
Recently appointed Indian T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav has shed light on the absence of Ruturaj Gaikwad from the squad for the upcoming series against South Africa. Gaikwad, who has been in exceptional form in the domestic circuit, was a notable omission from the 16-man squad announced by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
Speaking to the media, Yadav acknowledged Gaikwad's talent and consistency. However, he emphasized that the team follows a specific selection process and that other players in good form also merit consideration.
Background
Ruturaj Gaikwad has been a prolific run-scorer in domestic cricket for several years. He made his T20I debut for India in July 2021 and has so far featured in seven matches, scoring 141 runs at a strike rate of 148.22.
Despite his impressive performances, Gaikwad has not been a regular member of the Indian team. He was part of the squad that toured Ireland for two T20Is in June but did not get an opportunity to bat. He was also overlooked for the Asia Cup and the subsequent T20I series against Australia.
FAQs
1. Why was Ruturaj Gaikwad not included in the Indian squad for the South Africa series?
According to Suryakumar Yadav, the team follows a specific selection process, and other players in good form also deserve their chance.
2. What are the reasons for Gaikwad's omission?
The exact reasons for Gaikwad's omission are unclear. However, some possible factors include the team's need for a balance between experience and youth, as well as the form of other players in the squad.
3. Will Ruturaj Gaikwad ever make it to the Indian team on a regular basis?
Gaikwad is a talented player with the potential to succeed at the international level. However, it is difficult to predict when he will become a regular member of the team. It will depend on his continued performance, the team's needs, and the form of other players.
4. What has been the reaction of the fans to Gaikwad's omission?
Many fans have expressed disappointment over Gaikwad's absence from the squad. They believe that he deserves an opportunity to prove himself at the international level.
5. What are the next steps for Ruturaj Gaikwad?
Gaikwad will likely continue to focus on his performances in the domestic circuit. He will hope to maintain his form and earn a recall to the Indian team in the future.
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