Ishan Kishan: Snubbed Again! 8 Cricket Stars BCCI Seems To Have Forgotten 🏏

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is a spectacle like no other, a whirlwind of big hitting, fast bowling, and captivating stories. But for some, the IPL is just the beginning. It’s a platform to showcase talent, a chance to earn a coveted spot in the Indian National Cricket Team. Yet, for some of the IPL’s brightest stars, the dream remains elusive. Is it a case of BCCI overlooking talent? Or are these stars simply not ready for the international stage?

Ishan Kishan is one name that consistently pops up in these “snubbed” discussions. After a stellar IPL 2023 with Mumbai Indians, where he scored over 800 runs at an average of 58, many expected him to be included in the Indian team for the 2023 World Cup. Sadly, that wasn’t the case.

While Kishan’s inclusion in the squad for the Asia Cup 2023 provides a glimmer of hope, his exclusion from the World Cup remains a sore point for many.

But Kishan isn’t the only one. There are several other star performers who haven’t received the recognition they deserve from the BCCI. Here’s a list of 8 players who’ve earned their stripes in the IPL but seem to be on the sidelines of the national team:

1. Ishan Kishan:

• IPL 2023: 812 runs, 58 average, 5 centuries

• Recent International Form: 2023 Asia Cup squad selection offers a chance to prove himself

2. Ruturaj Gaikwad:

• IPL 2023: 590 runs, 39.3 average

• Recent International Form: Limited opportunities, mostly in T20Is

3. Prithvi Shaw:

• IPL 2023: 373 runs, 30.2 average

• Recent International Form: Last played in 2021, yet consistently delivers in the IPL

4. Yashasvi Jaiswal:

• IPL 2023: 625 runs, 48.1 average, 2 centuries

• Recent International Form: Yet to make his international debut, but his IPL performances warrant a look

5. Sanju Samson:

• IPL 2023: 458 runs, 39.8 average

• Recent International Form: Regular in T20Is but limited opportunities in ODIs

6. Devdutt Padikkal:

• IPL 2023: 407 runs, 31.3 average

• Recent International Form: Made his debut in 2021 but opportunities have been scarce

7. Rinku Singh:

• IPL 2023: 474 runs, 43 average

• Recent International Form: Yet to make his international debut

8. Tilak Varma:

• IPL 2023: 343 runs, 34.3 average

• Recent International Form: Yet to make his international debut

While the BCCI’s selection criteria are often shrouded in mystery, these talented players deserve a chance to prove themselves on the international stage. Their IPL performances are a testament to their skill and potential. The time is ripe for the BCCI to give these deserving stars their moment in the sun, and for Indian cricket fans to witness the emergence of a new generation of heroes.

What do you think? Is the BCCI overlooking these talented players? Let us know in the comments below!