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Srikkanth questions Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s exclusion from squad
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 16 Sep 2026, 07:32 AM
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Former India opener Krishnamachari Srikkanth said even his wife doubts the decision to leave Vaibhav Sooryavanshi out of the recently announced team.
Former Indian cricketer and ex‑captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth publicly expressed surprise over the omission of fast‑bowler Vaibhav Sooryavanshi from the latest squad announcement.
Speaking to The Indian Express, Srikkanth remarked that the decision was so puzzling that even his wife questioned it, highlighting a perceived lack of clarity in the selection process.
Sooryavanshi, who has delivered strong performances in domestic cricket, was widely expected to be included, and Srikkanth’s comment has ignited debate among fans and analysts about the transparency of team selections.
As of now, the cricket board has not issued an official response to the remarks.
Speaking to The Indian Express, Srikkanth remarked that the decision was so puzzling that even his wife questioned it, highlighting a perceived lack of clarity in the selection process.
Sooryavanshi, who has delivered strong performances in domestic cricket, was widely expected to be included, and Srikkanth’s comment has ignited debate among fans and analysts about the transparency of team selections.
As of now, the cricket board has not issued an official response to the remarks.