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Shreyas Iyer's IPL success questions Asia Cup squad exclusion. | Image Credits: Shreyas Iyer Instgram

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Numbers Don’t Lie, But Selections Do: The Shreyas Iyer Question in Indian Cricket

Shreyas Iyer's exclusion from India's Asia Cup squad, despite stellar recent performances, has shocked everyone from experts to fans. With over 600 runs in IPL 2025 and a proven record in big tournaments, Iyer's omission raises questions about the selectors approach. Prominent voice like Abhishek Nayar, Ashwin and Aakash Chopra criticized the decision. For many leaving Iyer out of the even the 20- man squad is unjustifiable.

• Anish.Chauhan • August 20, 2025