Aakash Chopra questions selectors after ODI squad announcement

On January 3, the BCCI revealed the squad for the ODI series against New Zealand starting January 11 in Vadodara. Aakash Chopra questioned the selectors for not playing Rishabh Pant at No. 4 and for leaving out Gaikwad despite his recent century. He also wondered why Nitish Kumar Reddy isn't getting a chance with three pacers in the lineup.

Quick rundown

1.Aakash Chopra questions the selections as Tilak Varma and Ruturaj Gaikwad miss out while Pant is kept as back-up keeper.

2.Pant at No. 4 vs SA was discussed, but management kept him in the squad as KL Rahul's back-up keeper.

3.Nitish Kumar Reddy's limited opportunities spark debate about future-readiness with four pacers in the mix.

4.First ODI vs New Zealand set for BCA Stadium, Vadodara on Jan 11.

5.The squad decision fuels debate on balancing form, injuries, and back-up plans.

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Ladies and gentlemen, Aakash Chopra is stepping into the ring! The BCCI just unveiled the squad for the ODI showdown against New Zealand, and guess what? Rishabh Pant is still warming that bench! With Gaikwad smashing centuries, Chopra’s calling out the selectors for this epic blunder! And where’s Nitish Kumar Reddy? The stakes are high, and it’s time for some serious shake-ups!
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