India’s overall results remain strong, but individual scrutiny has rarely felt higher for a handful of established players.
Mohammed Siraj
A worst-ever IPL season, just four wickets in 13 matches at an average of 102.50, has raised genuine questions about Siraj’s white-ball form, even as his Test place remains secure for now. Full detail is in our Siraj update.
Sanju Samson
Dropped from the XI just months after being named Player of the Tournament at the T20 World Cup, Samson’s long-standing reputation for inconsistency has resurfaced. His path back is covered in our dedicated feature.
Suryakumar Yadav
Having already lost the T20I captaincy and his squad place, Suryakumar’s next challenge is simply forcing his way back into selection contention through IPL and domestic form, detailed in our full update.
Why the Scrutiny Is So Intense
- India’s depth means there is always a younger, in-form alternative waiting
- Selectors have shown a clear willingness to act decisively rather than protect reputations
- Recent team success has given the panel political cover to make unpopular calls
Each of these situations connects to the broader theme covered in our piece on players fighting to return to the national team.