The Indian cricket team’s selection for the upcoming T20 World Cup has been met with mixed reactions, with the biggest surprise being the omission of star opener Shikhar Dhawan. Former selector Saba Karim has weighed in on the matter, claiming that he is not surprised by the decision.
Former Selector Surprised by Dhawan Omission
The Indian selectors have come under fire for the omission of veteran opener Shikhar Dhawan from the T20 World Cup squad. Dhawan has been an integral part of the Indian team for the past decade, and his absence from the squad has raised questions about the decision-making process.
Karim: “Not Surprised by Decision”
Former selector Saba Karim has weighed in on the matter, claiming that he is not surprised by the decision. Karim, who was part of the selection committee until 2019, believes that Dhawan’s form in the recent past has been below-par, and that it was only a matter of time before he was dropped from the squad.
Saba Karim’s T20 World Cup Selections
Karim has been a part of the Indian selection committee since 2017, and has overseen the selections for a number of T20 World Cups. During his tenure, Karim has been responsible for selecting players such as Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, and Hardik Pandya for the tournament.
Reasons for Dhawan’s Non-Selection
Karim believes that the selectors had to take into account Dhawan’s recent form, which has been below-par. The opener has struggled to make an impact in the limited-overs format, and the selectors have decided to opt for a younger option in the form of Ishan Kishan.
Karim’s Previous Selections
Karim has been a part of the selection committee since 2017, and has overseen the selections for a number of T20 World Cups. During his tenure, Karim has been responsible for selecting players such as Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, and Hardik Pandya for the tournament.
Future of Indian Cricket Team
Karim believes that the future of Indian cricket looks bright, with the selectors opting for a younger and more dynamic team for the upcoming T20 World Cup. He believes that the team is well-equipped to challenge for the title, and has backed them to make a strong showing in the tournament.
