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Former England spinner Monty Panesar, in conversation with IndiaToday.in, offered a bold assessment that Shreyas Iyer has missed out on T20I selection because of his captaincy credentials. The left-arm spinner also endorsed Jasprit Bumrah's inclusion in the Asia Cup squad.

Cheteshwar Pujara has retired from all formats of cricket after a notable 103-Test career. His retirement has sparked warm tributes, especially from Virat Kohli, highlighting Pujara's vital role in the Indian team and his future potential in coaching and broadcasting.

The selection of India's Asia Cup squad has sparked controversy, particularly regarding Harshit Rana's inclusion. Aakash Chopra questions Rana's place, citing his underwhelming IPL 2025 performance and suggesting that Prasidh Krishna, the IPL 2025 Purple Cap winner, and Mohammed Siraj, with his recent form in England, were more deserving choices.