India’s cricket scene is abuzz with chatter surrounding Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer, both revered for their batting prowess. However, their absence from the Ranji Trophy circuit, each for personal reasons, has raised eyebrows within the cricketing circles. While reports suggest Iyer is grappling with a significant bout of back spasms, concerns loom over the duo’s commitment to domestic cricket, as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) appears displeased with their non-participation.
In the case of Iyer, the struggle with back spasms has sidelined him from domestic cricket, drawing scrutiny from the BCCI’s top brass. Meanwhile, Kishan’s focus on refining his technique ahead of the IPL 2024 has irked officials, who expected his active participation in domestic tournaments.
Sources reveal that the BCCI’s selection committee, spearheaded by Ajit Agarkar, has deliberated on the roster for centrally contracted players for the forthcoming season (2023-24). Notably, Kishan and Iyer find themselves on the outskirts of this coveted list, a decision likely influenced by their minimal involvement in domestic cricket despite the board’s directives.
As per reports from the Times of India, Kishan currently occupies a spot in the C category of contracts, while Iyer holds a position in the B category. However, with their exclusion from the upcoming list of centrally contracted players, it underscores the BCCI’s stance on the importance of players’ active participation in domestic cricket to maintain their eligibility and standing within the national setup.
The impending announcement of the centrally contracted players for the 2023-24 season awaits confirmation from the BCCI, with expectations rife over the composition of the final roster. Nonetheless, the omission of Kishan and Iyer from this prestigious list underscores the significance of domestic cricket in shaping the future trajectory of players’ careers on the international stage.
