‘How did he jump the queue?’: After Gavaskar’s rant, ex-India opener blasts BCCI over Gaikwad’s selection

Former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer also voiced his opinion on the squad selections, particularly questioning the inclusion of four openers - Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Ruturaj Gaikwad.

The selection of the 16-member Test squad for the upcoming tour of West Indies, which marks the beginning of the new World Test Championship cycle, has faced criticism and raised questions among cricket pundits. One of the main concerns is the repeated exclusion of Sarfaraz Khan, despite his impressive performances in the Ranji Trophy.

Sunil Gavaskar, a legendary former cricketer, expressed his frustration and suggested that if Ranji Trophy performances are being overlooked for Test selection, players should focus solely on the IPL for consideration in all formats of the Indian team. Gavaskar emphasized that players like Sarfaraz deserve recognition for their consistent performances and called for a reevaluation of the selection criteria.

Former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer also voiced his opinion on the squad selections, particularly questioning the inclusion of four openers – Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Ruturaj Gaikwad. Jaffer highlighted the absence of a middle-order option like Sarfaraz and criticized the selectors for disregarding the impressive Ranji Trophy performances of players such as Abhimanyu Easwaran and Priyank Panchal, who have also performed well for India A. He specifically criticized the preference given to Gaikwad in the squad.

Also read: India vs West Indies: Yashasvi Jaiswal or Ruturaj Gaikwad, Who Would Debut in the Test Team?

Overall, there has been dissatisfaction and scrutiny regarding the squad selections, with concerns raised about the omission of deserving players and the criteria used by the selectors.

Wasim Jaffer Tweeted

My two cents on India’s WI tour squads:

1. What’s the need of four openers? Instead they could have picked Sarfaraz as extra middle order bat to honour his consistent domestic performances.

2. Easwaran and Panchal have also been doing hard yards in Ranji and India A, knocking on Test doors for a long time. Just because they don’t play IPL, is it a case of out of sight out of mind? How did Ruturaj jump the queue?

3. Surprised to see Shami rested that too after a month long break. I feel he’s the type of bowler that the more he bowls the better/fitter and in form he gets.

IPL 2024

Related articles

CSK vs DC Pitch Report: Will Spinners Dominate or Will Batters Rule in Chennai? Know the Pitch Conditions for This Match

In the 17th match of IPL 2025, Chennai Super Kings will face Delhi Capitals at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Both teams have...

IPL 2025 LSG vs MI- Ekana Stadium Pitch Report Today Match

When Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants face off in the Indian Premier League (IPL) match on Friday, all eyes will be on the...

Mitchell Santner Family- Father, Mother, Siblings

Born on February 5, 1992, Mitchell Josef Santner is a versatile New Zealand international cricketer, showcasing his skills across all formats of the game....

KKR vs SRH 2025 Playing 11: Kolkata and Hyderabad Eager to Return to Winning Ways – Check Predicted Lineups

Despite having star players, Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad have not had an ideal start to IPL 2025. Both teams have played three...

KKR vs SRH: Who Will Win Today’s Match? Stats to Determine the Stronger Team

Kolkata Knight Riders will take the field at their home ground, Eden Gardens Stadium, on April 3 to face Sunrisers Hyderabad. Both teams have...

RCB vs GT- Bengaluru Pitch Report, Weather Forecast and IPL Stats

The 14th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will witness an exciting clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT)...

BCCI Central Contract 2025- Comeback for Shreyas Iyer But Ishan Kishan Snubbed Again

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is expected to announce the list of centrally contracted players soon. Shreyas Iyer, who played...

IPL 2025: Rajasthan Royals Captain Riyan Parag Faces Huge Loss, Fined Despite Winning the Match

Rajasthan Royals (RR) secured their first victory in IPL 2025 by defeating Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 6 runs in the 11th match of...