Why is Shikhar Dhawan not playing Asia Cup 2023?

The announcement of India’s squad for the much-awaited Asia Cup 2023 has stirred conversations among cricket enthusiasts, particularly due to the omission of seasoned opener Shikhar Dhawan. Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar’s explanation sheds light on the rationale behind Dhawan’s absence from the squad, highlighting the complexities of team composition and the emergence of new talents.

Why is Shikhar Dhawan not playing Asia Cup 2023?

Ajit Agarkar, addressing the media, acknowledged Shikhar Dhawan’s significant contributions to the Indian cricket team, describing him as a “terrific player.” Dhawan’s record is undoubtedly impressive, featuring crucial innings and match-winning performances. However, Agarkar revealed the tough decisions that the selection committee had to make, especially considering the limited number of spots in the squad.

Agarkar’s statement, “You can only have 15 in the squad,” underscores the intricacies of squad selection. With a plethora of exceptional talents vying for positions, the committee faced the challenge of striking a balance between experience and promising newcomers.

Ajit Agarkar: “Shikhar Dhawan has been a terrific player for us but at the moment there are three openers who have done really well. You can only have 15 in the squad.”

India’s Asia Cup Squad

Rohit Sharma (C), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna

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