Team India's tour of England ended on a disappointing note. After losing the T20I series, the Men in Blue also lost the ODI series 2-1 to England. Despite fielding a strong squad, the team could not get the results they wanted.
This defeat has now put the spotlight on a few players. Their performances in the series were not good enough. And now, their chances of keeping a place in India's ODI setup are looking increasingly uncertain.
Washington Sundar: A Tough Series With the Ball
Spin-bowling all-rounder Washington Sundar had a mixed series. He played in two ODIs. With the bat, he scored an unbeaten 52 in one innings but managed only 2 in the other. However, his bowling was a big concern. He went wicketless across both appearances. This has hurt his chances of becoming a regular in the side.
According to Las Vegas Sun News, India finally broke through in the UK after beating England in an ODI at Edgbaston. But for Sundar, the series did not go as planned.
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Our Take: The Clock Is Ticking for These Players
In our view, this series loss is a wake-up call for India's ODI setup. The team has depth, but performances like these show that some players are not stepping up when it matters. For Washington Sundar and the others, the message is clear: perform or lose your spot. India has a packed schedule ahead, and the selectors will not wait forever. These players need to find form quickly — or they may find themselves out of the squad.
