Young opening batsman Yashasvi Jaiswal has been omitted from India's 15-man One-Day International squad for the upcoming tour of England despite a spectacular run of form. The Board of Control for Cricket in India finalized the touring party on Sunday, confirming that senior heavyweights Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will lead the top order, effectively squeezing out the in-form teenage prodigy.
Jaiswal's Match-Winning Century Ignored
The controversial omission comes less than 24 hours after Jaiswal hammered a magnificent, unbeaten 110 runs off just 86 balls during the third ODI against Afghanistan in Chennai. His explosive innings, featuring 14 boundaries and three sixes, anchored a clinical nine-wicket victory to seal the series.
According to Cricket Country, Jaiswal had replaced an injured Virat Kohli for the Afghanistan ODIs and made the most of his opportunity with a stunning ton in the final game.
Selection Dilemma: Seniors vs Form
The decision to drop Jaiswal has sparked debate among fans and analysts. The young opener had been putting pressure on the established order, including captain Rohit Sharma, with consistent performances. However, the return of Kohli and Sharma from rest meant there was no room for Jaiswal in the top order.
As reported by Cricbuzz on Facebook, Jaiswal, who replaced an injured Virat Kohli for the Afghanistan ODIs and slammed a ton in the last game in Chennai, has not made the cut for the England tour.
Our Take: A Tough Call That Sends the Wrong Message
In our view, dropping Yashasvi Jaiswal after a match-winning century is a decision that prioritizes reputation over current form. While Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are legends of the game, Jaiswal's explosive knock showed he is ready for the highest level. The message this sends to young players is concerning — even a brilliant hundred is not enough to secure your place if senior stars are returning. India's selection committee must find a way to reward form without discarding proven talent. Jaiswal deserved a spot in that squad, and his omission feels like a missed opportunity to build depth for the future.
