Selectors Have Not Moved On From Rishabh Pant, Says Ex-India Star
· Sports · NDTV Sports, Times of India
Former cricketer Aakash Chopra has dismissed claims that the Indian team management has moved on from Rishabh Pant in ODI cricket. Pant was excluded from the squad for the upcoming West Indies series, sparking speculation about his future in the format. Despite this omission, the wicketkeeper-batter has been appointed captain of the Rest of India side for the Irani Cup. Chopra stated that the selectors are likely managing his workload rather than discarding him from the 50-over setup. The national selectors have not provided a formal explanation regarding the specific rotation policy for the West Indies series.
Why it matters
The debate over Pant's role in the ODI squad impacts India's preparation for future ICC tournaments and the team's long-term wicketkeeping strategy.
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