Selectors Surprise: Ruturaj Gaikwad Left Out for ODIs

India just announced their ODI squad for the New Zealand series, and guess what? Ruturaj Gaikwad is out! After scoring a stunning century against South Africa, experts like Badrinath and Pathan are scratching their heads. With debates swirling about the selectors’ choices, this selection saga is heating up!

Quick rundown

1.Ruturaj Gaikwad was surprisingly left out of India's ODI squad against New Zealand.

2.Gaikwad scored a century in his last ODI series against South Africa.

3.Experts question the inclusion of Nitish Kumar Reddy over Gaikwad.

4.Ravichandran Ashwin highlighted a selection dilemma between Pant and Gaikwad.

5.Gaikwad's future inclusion may depend on the fitness of other players.

Ashwin ka bada claim: Pant ko middle-order nahi chahiye!
Ashwin ka bada claim: Pant ko middle-order nahi chahiye!
Ravichandran Ashwin ne Rishabh Pant ko middle-order mein nahi dekhna chaha hai! January 2026 mein India aur New Zealand ke beech hone wale ODIs ke liye Pant ko chuna gaya hai, jabki Ruturaj Gaikwad ko drop kiya gaya. Ashwin kehte hain ki Gaikwad ki batting skills behtar hain, par Pant top order ke liye best hai. Team mein competition toh aaj kal brutal hai, yaar!
06:25 pm on Saturday, 3 January, 2026
Irfan Pathan: Ruturaj's Snub Sparks Questions, Jabroni!
Irfan Pathan: Ruturaj's Snub Sparks Questions, Jabroni!
Listen up, folks! Irfan Pathan just laid the smackdown on Ruturaj Gaikwad's snub from the ODI squad against New Zealand. After cranking out a century at No. 4 against South Africa, his absence is raising eyebrows, especially with Shreyas Iyer back in action. Pathan's got questions about Mohammed Shami's exclusion too. Time to shine in IPL 2026, superstar!
06:10 pm on Saturday, 3 January, 2026
Badrinath's Confusion Over Nitish's ODI Selection Explained
Badrinath's Confusion Over Nitish's ODI Selection Explained
Listen up, folks! Former Indian batting powerhouse, Subramaniam Badrinath, is baffled over Nitish Kumar Reddy's selection for the ODI clash against New Zealand on January 11. With Ruturaj Gaikwad smashing centuries and boasting a List-A average that’s hotter than a summer day, Badrinath is rightfully questioning the logic behind this choice. It’s a head-scratcher, and The Rock wants to know: what gives?!
05:25 am on Sunday, 4 January, 2026
Chopra's Fury: Where's Rishabh Pant in the ODI Squad?
Chopra's Fury: Where's Rishabh Pant in the ODI Squad?
Aakash Chopra is fuming! After the BCCI dropped the squad for the ODI series against New Zealand, he’s questioning why our superstar Rishabh Pant is left on the sidelines. Iyer and Gill are back, but missing Pant? That’s like serving a soufflé that’s flat! And don’t even get me started on Nitish Kumar Reddy. He should be in the lineup while Pandya takes a breather. Get it right, team management!
02:20 pm on Saturday, 3 January, 2026
Gaikwad vs Jaiswal: India's Backup Dilemma for ODIs
Gaikwad vs Jaiswal: India's Backup Dilemma for ODIs
So, Team India’s ODI strategy is like a high-tech gadget—always upgrading! With Iyer and Gill on the mend, Jaiswal and Gaikwad just launched their maiden centuries like they’re the next Iron Man suits. Iyer’s rib injury opened a slot for Gaikwad, who dazzled at No. 4. Now, do we go full-on all-rounder or stick with the classics? Tough choices ahead!
04:25 pm on Monday, 29 December, 2025

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