Three promising cricketers were left out of the national team’s ODI roster, which has concerned former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh. Speaking outside the Protocol 32 launch ceremony, Yuvraj Singh claimed that he believes Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi have such amazing talent that they should be given more opportunities to play 50-over cricket.
Yuvraj,Abhishek Sharma‘s lifelong mentor, shared his insights on how the selection process affects emerging players. His views highlight the ongoing challenge of striking a balance between the demands of international cricket competition and the development of young talent.
Why does Yuvraj Singh believe these three players should be given more chances to play in ODIs?
While both Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi were named to India’s most recent T20I squad for the New Zealand tour, Ishan Kishan’s most recent ODI appearance came against England on July 19, 2026. Opportunities for young players in Indian cricket are largely dependent on squad rotation and the success of seasoned players due to selection dynamics. Abhishek and Sooryavanshi have never been called up to the ODI squad.
What challenges must young players overcome in order to make India’s ODI squad?
Yuvraj Singh acknowledged that international cricket is highly competitive, and that young players have significant obstacles in gaining regular slots in established teams. He agreed that the Indian team’s abundance of talent makes it tough for emerging cricketers to gain consistent playing time.
Despite being aware of these structural limitations, Yuvraj Singh underlined that Abhishek’s achievements are the result of his own dedication and perseverance. He credited the young batter for his own efforts to develop his skills and obtain national and international recognition.
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India’s next 50-over assignment will be a five-match ODI series against New Zealand. The first ODI is scheduled for Wednesday, November 4, at Auckland’s Eden Park.
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