Cricket
A former Indian legend’s comment about young players getting India spots after IPL has sparked debate and raised questions about the selection system.
The main question is whether IPL performance alone should fast-track players into the Indian team, even as young stars continue to impress.
Ashwin said the India cap should be special and respected. He questioned if quick debuts after IPL are making it less meaningful, as many players now debut anywhere and it’s easy to forget.
Ashwin said the India cap should have value. He suggested giving young players India A tours for experience, not handing out India caps too easily
A BCCI source said selectors were told to submit at least 35 names for Irish visas, since the team will first enter Ireland and UK visas won’t work there.
Some say the India cap should be hard to earn, while others think young players who perform well deserve quick chances.
One strong comment may now start a bigger debate about how India selects and rewards its next generation of cricket stars.