Fans question Ruturaj Gaikwad’s absence from IND vs BAN T20Is

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), on Saturday, announced the men’s squad for the upcoming T20I series against Bangladesh, set to begin on October 6. Notably absent from the lineup was dynamic batter Ruturaj Gaikwad, which has sparked discussions among fans and cricket analysts alike.

Reason for Ruturaj Gaikwad’s exclusion

Despite impressive performances in recent matches, including the Duleep Trophy, Gaikwad was overlooked for selection. The BCCI opted for a fresh squad led by Suryakumar Yadav, with notable inclusions such as fast bowler Mayank Yadav, who earned his maiden call-up, and the return of spinner Varun Chakaravarthy after a three-year hiatus.

Gaikwad’s exclusion is particularly surprising given that he captained India to a gold medal victory at the 2023 Asian Games and was expected to be a strong contender for a spot in the T20I squad, especially with regulars like Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal rested. Instead, Abhishek Sharma was chosen as the sole specialist opener, leaving fans questioning the selectors’ decision-making process.

However, Ruturaj has been included in the Rest of India squad for the Irani Trophy, which runs from October 1 to 5, just before the T20I series begins. This scheduling likely influenced his exclusion from the T20I squad, as selectors prioritized players who could contribute without overlapping commitments.

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Reactions of fans on Ruturaj’s absence

The decision has not sat well with fans on social media, many of whom expressed their disappointment and frustration over what they perceive as “politics” within the selection process.

As anticipation builds for the T20I series against Bangladesh, all eyes will be on how the selected squad performs and whether Gaikwad can make a strong case for his inclusion in future international fixtures.

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