Archive · 6 Jun 2025
Shreyas Iyer Omission: Gambhir Comments on Squad Selection
The Indian cricket team has announced its squad for the upcoming Test series against England.
A notable player, Shreyas Iyer, was left out despite good recent performances.
Coach Gautam Gambhir says the team is open to including players in good form, while the selector Ajit Agarkar stated there is no room for Iyer at the moment.
Also, the series will be played for the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, honoring Sachin Tendulkar and James Anderson.
The trophy will be unveiled at the World Test Championship final on June 11.
India announced an 18-member squad for the Test series against England.
Shreyas Iyer, who performed well, was not selected.
Gautam Gambhir stated that good performers could be called.
Ajit Agarkar said there was no room for Iyer in the Test team.
The Test series will be played for the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.
- Who
- The Indian cricket team and Shreyas Iyer
- What
- Shreyas Iyer was omitted from the Test squad.
- When
- The Test series begins June 20.
- Where
- The Test series is in England.
- Why
- Gambhir stated that the team is open to those in good form and can deliver.
Contrasting views on the selection
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Team Selection
Contrasting views on the selection
Shreyas Iyer, who has played well, was left out.
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The selection team has the last word on the selection of team members.
- Squad Announced For
- England Test Series
- Series Start Date
- June 20
- Players Not Selected
- Shreyas Iyer
- Trophy Name
- Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy
Sources
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England-India Test series to be played for Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy
Pataudi Trophy renamed Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy for India vs England Tests: Report
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