Ashwin Voices Disappointment Over Jaiswal and Iyer’s Asia Cup Omission

Former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has voiced his disappointment with the Indian squad selection for the Asia Cup, specifically the exclusion of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shreyas Iyer. Ashwin believes the decision is unjust, particularly for Jaiswal, who has been a standout performer in T20Is. Jaiswal’s impressive form, evident in his 723 runs in 23 matches at a strike rate of 164.31, makes his absence from the main squad puzzling. Ashwin expressed his understanding of Shubman Gill’s selection as vice-captain but showed concern for Jaiswal and Iyer, stating that their exclusion is unfair. He also commented on the potential impact on Sanju Samson, whose place in the team appears to be jeopardized by Gill’s return. In addition, Ashwin criticized the practice of appointing a single captain for all formats, advocating for more flexibility and broader opportunities for players.