Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:08am on 07 Jan 2026,Wednesday Sports
India batter Ruturaj Gaikwad was overlooked for the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand despite scoring a century in the previous series versus South Africa, triggering debate over selection choices. Former India player Robin Uthappa advised Gaikwad to persevere, saying success in Indian cricket demands resilience — especially for players outside major centres like Mumbai, Delhi and Punjab. Gaikwad, who debuted in ODIs in 2022, has had limited opportunities and was left out after Shreyas Iyer’s return from injury. Critics argue consistent runs and patience remain key for his India comeback. (PC: HT)
