Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Not Selected for India’s First T20I vs Afghanistan
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: Former India cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been left out of the squad for the opening Twenty‑20 International between India and Afghanistan. The decision follows a public statement by the ex‑India star, who urged captain Shreyas Iyer to keep the number‑four spot and Sanju Samson to open the innings. The omission has sparked discussion about team selection and player roles ahead of the series.
Covered by 4 outlets across the spectrum: 25% left, 0% center, 75% right.
Who is covering this story
- Left-leaning (1): NDTV
- Right-leaning (2): Deccan Chronicle, Times Now
Sources
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Snubbed For First T20I vs Afghanistan In Big Verdict By Ex-India Star — NDTV (left-leaning)
- Afghanistan Post 156/8 After India Opt to Bowl in T20I Opener — Deccan Chronicle (right-leaning)
- Chopra Picks India's Playing XI For 1st T20I vs AFG, Leaves Out Sooryavanshi — Times Now (right-leaning)
- Explained: Why Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Is Not Playing The IND VS AFG 1st T20I — Times Now (right-leaning)