Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:27am on 27 May 2025,Tuesday Sports
Despite leading Punjab Kings to the IPL 2025 playoffs, Shreyas Iyer has been excluded from India's Test squad for the upcoming England tour. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar cited intense competition and a strategic focus on fresh talent as reasons for his omission. Former England spinner Monty Panesar supported the decision, stating Iyer's technique is vulnerable in swinging conditions, lacking soft hands and late shot execution. Iyer's absence from domestic cricket previously led to his removal from the central contracts list, although strong white-ball performances facilitated his return. (PC: AFP)
