from india Squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against England It has sparked significant debate among supporters and cricket experts alike. The team has started preparations for this 2027 ODI World CupThe selectors chose a strong and experienced group, bringing back several senior players for important overseas assignments.
While the return of established stars grabbed the headlines, one omission soon after the team was announced became the center of attention. Fans were left surprised by the decision, especially given the player’s recent performances in the format and his growing reputation as one of India’s brightest young batting talents.
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s omission has become a major talking point
The biggest talking point in India’s team announcement was its absence Yashasvi Jaiswal. The young opening batsman had enjoyed the ODI series afghanistan And finished it on a high with an unbeaten century in the third and final match. Jaiswal has made a strong start to his ODI career, scoring two centuries in just six matches and has demonstrated his ability to adapt to the demands of the 50-over format.
Jaiswal’s recent performances had many believing that he could retain his place for the England tour. However, India’s selectors selected a full-strength squad as they continued preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup. The withdrawal of several senior players increased competition for places, making selection decisions even more difficult.
India recalls senior stars for England ODI team
The team announcement also includes the return of several key players. Virat Kohli After missing the Afghanistan series due to a hamstring problem, he has returned to the ODI setup subject to fitness clearance. During this time, Jasprit Bumrah Returning to India’s ODI squad for the first time since the 2023 World Cup final, workload management has kept him out of recent assignments.
Akshar Patel He has also been recalled after missing India’s last three ODI series. Their inclusion comes at the expense of Harsh DubeyWhereas Prince YadavMade his ODI debut against Afghanistan, missed out after Bumrah’s withdrawal. Another notable absence is hardik pandya. The all-rounder was initially selected for the Afghanistan ODIs but suffered a hamstring injury during training and is unavailable.
India’s ODI series against England will begin on July 14 in Birmingham and conclude on July 16 in Cardiff and end at Lord’s on July 19. While the team has plenty of experience, Jaiswal’s omission remains one of the biggest talking points ahead of the tour, with fans continuing to debate whether the young opener deserved another opportunity in the format.
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Here’s how fans reacted:
Team India’s ODI squad for England: No Jaiswal, Jadeja or Siraj, but Bumrah is back! What are your thoughts on this squad? 🏏🔥 #TeamIndia #INDvENG pic.twitter.com/Q2lf9qw8C0
– Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) 22 June 2026
Yashasvi Jaiswal, who scored a century in the ODI yesterday and has scored 2 centuries in the last 3 innings, could not get a place in the ODI team against England.
Mohammed Siraj, who was rested from the Ireland and England T20s, has not been selected for the ODI series against England. pic.twitter.com/SsXsHXfijt
– Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) 21 June 2026
https://twitter. com/CricCrazyJohns/status/2068608147313644020
Yashasvi Jaiswal has been dropped from the ODI series against England.
Yesterday: Scored 100 against Afghanistan. ✅
Today: Dropped from ODI squad for England tour. ❎ pic.twitter.com/roZfqDZ7kq
– Maina Singh (@Maina_Singhx77) 21 June 2026
🚨 Big question for Team India 🚨
Why not Yashasvi Jaiswal? 🤔
Why not Ruturaj Gaikwad? 🤔As India begins planning for the 2027 World Cup, many fans are wondering why two of the country’s most talented young batsmen are still not a part of the ODI setup.#TeamIndia #ENGvIND…
-Rana Ahmed. (@ahmadrana056) 22 June 2026
🚨Yashaswi Jaiswal dropped from England’s ODI team 🚨 pic.twitter.com/2gqNwOxfT7
– Cricket Central (@CricketCentral) 21 June 2026
🚨 Why is Yashasvi Jaiswal not in the ODI team for England series 🚨
– Jaiswal is the opener and number 3 batsman in ODI.
– You can’t leave Ishan Kishan
– You cannot remove Virat Kohli
– You can’t leave Rohit Sharma
– You can’t topple Shubman GillIf Yashasvi Jaiswal is in the team then… pic.twitter.com/KqqnFAyBBJ
– VK (@Aur_vicky) 22 June 2026
Why is Gambhir ruining Yashasvi Jaiswal’s career?
Gautam Gambhir has a kind of hatred for Yashasvi Jaiswal
– From the day Gautam Gambhir joined the Indian team as a coach.
– Yashasvi Jaiswal has been ignored in every selection
– Yashasvi has not played a single T20 match in his career… pic.twitter.com/XC5XZ7DFpW– Raja (@_raja_kumar) 22 June 2026
🚨 Yashasvi Jaiswal is not included in the Indian team for the ODI series vs England 🚨 pic.twitter.com/1Iir6oOaxG
– Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) 21 June 2026
Yashasvi Jaiswal scored a century.
Virat Kohli became available. Jaiswal immediately disappeared from the team.
This is the cruel reality of Indian cricket:
Young players are told to make the most of every opportunity, but when there is a superstar, even performance cannot save his place… pic.twitter.com/aQCv0jn94g
– Rao Amit 🇮🇳 (@RoyalRao47) 22 June 2026
