Ravichandran Ashwin has delivered a blunt verdict: Shubman Gill’s exclusion from India’s 2026 T20 World Cup squad wasn’t just a surprise—it was inevitable. Discover the tactical overhaul behind Sanju Samson’s promotion, Ishan Kishan’s return, and Rinku Singh’s finisher mandate.
Legend Sunil Gavaskar delivers a powerful message: domestic cricket isn’t just a stepping stone—it’s the real proving ground. That’s why Ishan Kishan is back in India’s T20 World Cup squad while Shubman Gill watches from the sidelines.
Despite his reputation as a reliable finisher and team-first player, Jitesh Sharma was a shock omission from India’s T20 World Cup squad. We investigate the murky waters of selection politics and what it means for the future of Indian cricket.
Despite dominating in T20s and ODIs, India’s Test cricket is in serious trouble after a 0-2 whitewash in South Africa. Veteran Sanjay Manjrekar says it’s time to stop ignoring the red-ball reality.
South Africa coach Shukri Conrad isn’t dwelling on the 3–1 T20I loss in India—or even the ‘grovel’ storm. Instead, he’s looking ahead: to a potential final showdown in the 2026 T20 World Cup. We assess if this dream match is realistic—or just diplomatic optimism.
With the India T20 World Cup 2026 squad announcement set for Saturday, one decision is raising eyebrows: SKY and Gill as captain and vice-captain—despite 18 innings without a fifty between them. We reveal why the think tank is doubling down on leadership over stats.