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Ashwin Questions Kuldeep Yadav's Handling by Team India
7 Jun
Summary
- R Ashwin expressed concern over Kuldeep Yadav's inconsistent selection.
- Kuldeep Yadav struggled in IPL 2026, impacting his T20I squad status.
- R Ashwin also advised Ravi Bishnoi to improve his bowling length consistency.
Ravichandran Ashwin has raised questions about the current team management's strategy concerning spinner Kuldeep Yadav. Yadav, a member of India's T20 World Cup 2026 winning squad, was omitted from the T20I series against Ireland and England. This decision appears linked to his challenging IPL 2026 season, where he took only 10 wickets in 12 matches at a high average.
Ashwin remarked on ESPN Cricinfo that Kuldeep's handling has been 'bizarre,' contrasting it with his previous period of strong backing and match-winning performances. He suggested that Test cricket should now be Kuldeep's priority to maintain his career momentum.
The former spinner also commented on the inclusion of leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi. Ashwin welcomed Bishnoi's return to the T20I setup but advised him to work on his length consistency, noting that Bishnoi misses his mark too often. Bishnoi, previously a top-ranked T20I bowler, also had a less successful IPL 2026 campaign.
