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Kumble Slams India's Inconsistent Bowling
8 Jul
Summary
- Anil Kumble criticized India's inconsistent bowling after a major defeat.
- He questioned the frequent changes in the playing XI.
- Kuldeep Yadav's exclusion was highlighted as unfair after one poor season.
Cricket legend Anil Kumble has expressed concerns over the Indian team's performance and selection strategy following their substantial 125-run defeat against England in the third T20I. Kumble specifically criticized the team's bowling inconsistency and the management's tendency to frequently change the playing XI, particularly concerning the bowlers.
Kumble also questioned the decision to exclude spinner Kuldeep Yadav, who he believes is a champion bowler. He suggested that Yadav should have been part of the squad for the England tour, especially considering his role in the T20 World Cup victory. Kumble emphasized that players should be backed through occasional poor performances, like one bad IPL season, rather than being dropped immediately.
He further noted that Kuldeep Yadav, at 31, still has considerable cricket left to offer and needs consistent game time, especially since he does not regularly play all three formats. Kumble urged the team management to identify their core bowlers and provide them with consistent support and selection.
India is set to face England in the fourth T20I on July 9, aiming to level the five-match series.
