Aakash Chopra Breaks Down Ruturaj Gaikwad's ODI Snub

Aakash Chopra thinks Ruturaj Gaikwad is sitting out the ODI series against Afghanistan because there's no middle-order spot for him. Instead, Yashasvi Jaiswal got the call-up since he's already part of the Test team. Chopra believes it's better for Gaikwad to shine in India A matches than warm the bench, as he waits for his middle-order moment to dazzle.

Quick rundown

1.Aakash Chopra supports Jaiswal over Gaikwad for Kohli's spot.

2.India to play Afghanistan in three ODIs starting June 13.

3.Gaikwad shines in tri-series as vice-captain.

4.Yashasvi Jaiswal's proximity to Dharamshala favored his selection.

5.Playing for India A seen as more beneficial for Gaikwad.

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