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'Very unfair': Ashwin blasts selector for Jaiswal snub in NZ ODIs

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has sharply criticized the BCCI selection committee for excluding Yashasvi Jaiswal from the ODI squad for the upcoming New Zealand series, arguing the decision was both unfair and potentially damaging to the young batter’s career. Ashwin, speaking on his YouTube channel, highlighted that Jaiswal—who had not played international cricket in nearly four months despite his consistent run-scoring across formats—deserved a spot in the final two ODIs, particularly since Shubman Gill was rested.

He warned that prolonged exclusion could erode Jaiswal’s confidence and disrupt his development, especially as India prepares for next year’s ODI World Cup in South Africa, where depth in batting is critical. Ashwin suggested the selectors could have consulted Jaiswal directly about his readiness, balancing his need for Test match preparation with the opportunity to regain match rhythm in limited-overs cricket.

The former player emphasized that Jaiswal’s talent is too valuable to be sidelined indefinitely, urging the team management to prioritize his involvement rather than risk losing him to a lack of opportunities.

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