In recent times, the Indian cricket team has showcased their dominance over the shortest format of the game, consistently delivering stellar performances on both home and foreign soil. With a strong pool of talented players and a competitive team environment, India has not only set benchmarks but also made difficult decisions regarding squad selection. However, as the team transitions from one series to another, some players find themselves out of favor despite being part of recent successes.
As Team India gears up for the highly anticipated T20I series against England, fans and analysts have been scrutinizing the squad. While the selected players promise a thrilling contest, it’s equally intriguing to note the names that are missing. Among them are three players who were part of India’s last T20I series but couldn’t find a spot in the squad for the England series.
Here’s a list of three Indian players who were part of the last T20I series but couldn’t find a place in the squad for England T20Is:
1: Avesh Khan
Experienced Indian fast-bowler Avesh Khan, who has been a key bowler for India in all formats, has been dropped from the T20I squad against England. The right-arm quick has been a reliable performer with his ability to deliver yorkers at will and maintain composure under pressure. Known for his pace and precision, Avesh has often stepped up during crunch moments in the game, making his exclusion from the squad a surprising decision for many.
Mohammed Shami, who was sidelined due to injury, has been brought back into the squad in place of Avesh Khan. Shami, with his vast experience and ability to deliver under pressure, has been a cornerstone of India’s pace attack across formats.
2: Ramandeep Singh
Indian all-rounder Ramandeep Singh, who was handed his T20I debut against South Africa in the previous T20 series, has been snubbed from the Indian squad for the upcoming England series. Despite showing promise with both bat and ball during his debut, Ramandeep failed to secure a permanent place in the squad.
Nitish Kumar Reddy has been included in the T20I squad in place of Ramandeep Singh in order to maintain balance and consistency in the squad.
3: Jitesh Sharma
Wicketkeeper-batsman Jitesh Sharma, who impressed during his debut appearances for India, has also been left out of the squad for the upcoming T20I series against England. Known for his explosive batting and quick reflexes behind the stumps, Jitesh was expected to add depth to the middle order. His aggressive approach, especially in the death overs, has made him a potential game-changer.
Another young wicketkeeper, Dhruv Jurel has been picked up by the Indian selectors.
