Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan are reportedly set to lose their BCCI central contracts after failing to play in the latest 2023/24 Ranji Trophy round. Here’s all the latest reports and rumours about the two India players.
Following Kishan and Iyer’s recent absence from the Ranji Trophy, the BCCI is reportedly considering making it mandatory for centrally contracted players to participate in domestic tournaments. Given the recent trend of Indian players missing out on domestic cricket if they are not selected for the tour and instead focusing on preparing for the IPL, the board has decided to ensure that the players are not available. It is reported that the government plans to formulate strict policies for To play.” It’s a habit of “IPLing”.
BCCI general secretary Jay Shah wrote in a letter to top cricketers: This was an unexpected change as some players have started prioritizing IPL over domestic cricket. Domestic cricket has always been the bedrock of Indian cricket and it has never been underestimated in our vision for the sport.
“Our vision for Indian cricket has been clear from the beginning. Every cricketer who wants to play for India needs to prove himself in domestic cricket. Performance in domestic cricket remains a factor in selection. It is an important criterion and non-participation in domestic cricket will have serious consequences.”
The words were reportedly directed at Kishan and Iyer, who reportedly drew the ire of the BCCI by not turning up at the red-ball tournament. Iyer played in the first two Test matches against England but was eliminated in the third match, making her available for her national team’s match against Mumbai and Assam. Kishan has not been selected for the Indian team and has not played a single match since returning from a tour of South Africa.
What is the Shreyas Iyer situation?
Iyer, who underwent back surgery last year, made a successful comeback and was one of the stars in the ODI World Cup, but he could not maintain his Test form. Since his return, he has scored 145 runs in eight innings, averaging 20.71 runs. His first two Tests for England saw knocks of 35, 13, 27 and 29, raising questions about his place in the team.
Just before the Indian squad for the final three Tests was announced, reports emerged that Iyer had complained of back and groin injuries. According to the Indian Express, “Iyer informed the Indian team management and medical staff that playing more than 30 balls made his back stiff and that he felt pain in his groin while playing forward defense.” He was advised to take a few days off.
When the team was announced, Iyer was not expected to be selected. However, controversy arose as there was no clear explanation from BCCI. Although Iyer’s absence due to injury was not made clear in the statement, there was a word each about injured Ravindra Jadeja and KL Rahul. He suggested that Iyer be removed from the role instead.
According to Shah’s letter, Iyer was scheduled to play in the Ranji Trophy quarter-final match against Baroda in Mumbai, but withdrew due to a back injury. However, Nitin Patel, head of sports science and medicine at the National Cricket Academy, dismissed Iyer’s claims, saying he is “in good health and worthy of selection” and added, “After his exit from the Indian team, there is no new option available at this time.” No serious injuries were reported.” . ”
What is the Ishan Kishan situation?
Kishan has been in the news for a long time. Kishan withdrew from the two Tests against South Africa citing “personal reasons” after Australia and South Africa’s T20I squad’s request for a break after the World Cup was not granted citing “mental fatigue”.
Read: The Ishan Kishan story: Why is the exciting wicketkeeper-batsman not in the Indian Test team?
He has not featured for India since then, but reports suggest he could be selected. However, head coach Rahul Dravid continues to insist that Kishan is not yet available. “Ishan asked for a break and we were happy to give him time off. He should come back playing cricket whenever he is ready.”
Kishan continued training with IPL captain Hardik Pandya despite being told by BCCI officials to play at least Jharkhand’s final match of the tournament. He did not play a single match in the Ranji Trophy. Kishan reportedly resisted his demands and will lose his central contract.
Kishan got a Grade C contract from BCCI last year while Iyer got a Grade B contract.
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