Ashwin comments on Iyer's surprising absence in T20I series

Ravichandran Ashwin is talking about Shreyas Iyer's surprising absence in the T20I series against New Zealand. Even though Iyer was called up, he hasn't played yet because the team has other plans. India struggled to chase 216 runs, but Shivam Dube stole the show with 65 runs off 23 balls. Ashwin reminded Dube to keep improving as the World Cup approaches.

Quick rundown

1.Ashwin comments on Iyer's exclusion from the India squad.

2.Iyer was a replacement for Tilak Varma but hasn't played yet.

3.India leads the series 3-1 against New Zealand.

4.Shivam Dube's explosive knock wasn't enough for a win.

5.Ashwin advises Dube to improve against non-spin bowlers.

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