Shreyas Iyer hasn’t been picked in the squad of the Indian team despite performing in domestic cricket. Iyer was also not included in the India A squad for the England tour. On the other hand, KL Rahul was not given the captaincy or vice-captaincy spot.
Ajit Agarkar confirmed that although Shreyas Iyer has played well in domestic cricket, currently, there is no place for him in the India Test squad. As far as KL Rahul’s leadership role is concerned, Agarkar has revealed why he was snubbed.
No room for Shreyas Iyer claims Ajit Agarkar
The selection committee picked six batters for the England tour, and Shreyas Iyer couldn’t make it to the squad.
Karun Nair and Abhimanyu Easwaran, who have been performing in domestic cricket for the past few years, were selected over him.
“Yeah, Shreyas Iyer has played well in domestic cricket but at the moment There is no room for him in the Test Team,” Ajit Agarkar stated.
Agarkar reveals why Bumrah or KL Rahul were not given leadership roles
Ajit Agarkar praised KL Rahul, as Rahul is a very important player for the team. Rahul also has experience playing in English conditions.
Rahul scored a ton in England as well. But he was also overlooked in the leadership role on the new generation side. Rahul may be an ideal candidate for taking the responsibility on his own shoulders.
“KL Rahul is a very important player for us – we are hoping for a big series from him in England. He is Crucial for us,” Ajit Agarkar added.