Ajinkya Rahane before of the Ranji Trophy semi-finals. Skipper Rahane emphasized Iyer’s extensive experience and impressive exploits for Mumbai. Expressing his desire to have him in the team for the crucial semi-final against Tamil Nadu.
Ajinkya Rahane, Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy captain, expressed his support for Shreyas Iyer after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) removed him from its central contract list. The contentious decision came after Iyer missed Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy quarter-final match against Baroda owing to reported back problems.
In a vibrant display of cricketing camaraderie, the seasoned 35-year-old Rahane highlighted Iyer’s abundance of experience and great performances for Mumbai. Bursting with excitement at the idea of having him in the team for the crucial semi-final match against Tamil Nadu.
“He is an experienced player. When he came to Mumbai, he made an incredible impact. “We are thrilled to have him in our team for the semi-final,” Rahane added, according to Indian Express. “I don’t believe he needs any encouragement or counsel. He has always contributed with the bat for Mumbai. Being around other players in the locker room will benefit the team’s cause.”
The BCCI’s decision to remove Iyer and Ishan Kishan from the yearly contract list has sent a strong message to players who ignore domestic cricket commitments and has raised many eyebrows. The severe action was taken after both players refused to play in domestic matches. Despite a strong directive from BCCI secretary Jay Shah. Who ask contracted players to play domestic cricket when not playing international cricket.
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The exclusion from the central contract list is a huge setback for Iyer and Kishan
Especially with the T20 World Cup just three months away. The secretary approved the selection committee’s recommendation for exclusion.
Hardik Pandya, who is rehabilitating from an ankle injury and has been sidelined from cricket since the World Cup, has kept his Grade A contract. Pandya’s retention stands in stark contrast to the exclusion of Iyer and Kishan, who played critical roles for the Indian side across formats in 2023.
The consequences of this contract snub are critical for Iyer and Kishan. Perhaps jeopardizing their hopes of making the 2017 T20 World Cup roster.
As cricket fans watch, the omission from the central contract might have a big impact on these two players’ immediate futures inside the national team’s framework.
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