Arshdeep Singh: Who will fill his shoes? Ashwin weighs in

So, folks, Ashwin's got a bone to pick about Arshdeep Singh's absence in the ODI series against New Zealand. With two matches down, he’s saying the bowler competition is tougher than hacking into a government database! Harshit and Prasidh got the nod for their experience, but Arshdeep’s got the talent. And let’s not forget the Jadeja vs. Axar showdown — if Jadeja doesn’t step it up, Axar might just swoop back in like Iron Man saving the day.

Quick rundown

1.Ashwin questions Arshdeep's exclusion from ODIs.

2.Harshit Rana and Prasidh Krishna are being groomed for the future.

3.Axar Patel might replace Jadeja if performances don't improve.

4.Arshdeep has an impressive record in limited opportunities.

5.Ashwin advocates for fair treatment of bowlers.

Arshdeep Singh benched? Fans slam team management hard!
Arshdeep Singh benched? Fans slam team management hard!
Hold onto your hats, folks! Team India just pulled a jaw-dropper by benching left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh for the ODI opener against New Zealand on January 11 in Vadodara. Fans are raising eyebrows and throwing shade at the team management for picking Prasidh Krishna instead of Arshdeep, who was hotter than a jalapeño last series! Get ready for a social media showdown like no other!
09:45 am on Sunday, 11 January, 2026
Kaif's Wizardly Choice: Arshdeep to Replace Sundar's Injury
Kaif's Wizardly Choice: Arshdeep to Replace Sundar's Injury
In the enchanted cricket arena, the legendary Mohammad Kaif summoned a bold idea: Arshdeep Singh should don his wizarding robes to replace the injured Washington Sundar in the epic showdown against New Zealand on January 14 in the spellbinding land of Rajkot. With young Ayush Badoni waiting in the wings, Kaif urged patience while praising the gallant Harshit Rana for his dazzling display of magic on the field, reminding all that self-belief is the true sorcery for fast bowlers.
07:10 pm on Monday, 12 January, 2026
Shami's Bench Drama: Ashwin Spills the Tea on ODIs
Shami's Bench Drama: Ashwin Spills the Tea on ODIs
Okay, fam, so Ravichandran Ashwin just dropped some major tea about Shami getting ghosted for the IND vs NZ ODIs. Like, he was on fire in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, but selectors were like 'bye, Felicia.' Ashwin's all about the injury drama, saying that's a big no-no. But guess who’s back? Siraj! And yeah, some new peeps, but clarity is everything, y'all. ODIs are popping off in Vadodara, Rajkot, and Indore!
06:30 pm on Saturday, 3 January, 2026
Daryl Mitchell ne Kuldeep ko kya chakkar mein uda diya?
Daryl Mitchell ne Kuldeep ko kya chakkar mein uda diya?
Doston, kya Daryl Mitchell ne Kuldeep Yadav ko dhoka diya? Rajkot mein 14 January ko, New Zealand 285 ka target chase karte hue 46/2 par gir gaya! Phir Mitchell aaye, aur 131* runs banakar Kuldeep ki bowling ko chaaron taraf uda diya! Zaheer Khan ne kaha, Mitchell ne Kuldeep ka rhythm tod diya! Arshdeep ko kyun nahi khelaaya? Desh dekh raha hai!
07:45 pm on Wednesday, 14 January, 2026
Varun Aaron Calls for Arshdeep Singh to Ignite ODI Showdown
Varun Aaron Calls for Arshdeep Singh to Ignite ODI Showdown
So, here’s the scoop: Varun Aaron, India’s bowling mastermind, is ready to unleash Arshdeep Singh in the third ODI against New Zealand on January 18 in Indore. Why? Because this left-arm pacer has a talent for striking gold with the new ball. With India’s performance being a rollercoaster, let’s see if Arshdeep can be the spark that ignites their victory.
04:15 am on Sunday, 18 January, 2026

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