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'Can't fit everyone': Ajit Agarkar explains Karun Nair snub from India's Champions Trophy squad


Published on 2025-01-18 13:05:37 - MSN
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  • Despite his exceptional form in domestic cricket, Karun Nair has been left out of India's Champions Trophy squad. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar highlighted the team's depth and competition for spots. Nair's remarkable performances in the Vijay Hazare Trophy,

The article discusses Ajit Agarkar's explanation for Karun Nair's exclusion from India's Champions Trophy squad. Agarkar, the chief selector, highlighted the intense competition for spots in the team, stating that despite Nair's impressive performances, including a triple century in Test cricket, the team could not accommodate everyone due to the depth of talent available. He emphasized the need to balance the squad with players who offer versatility and fit into the team's current strategy, which led to Nair's omission. Agarkar also mentioned that Nair remains in the selectors' considerations for future opportunities, but for the upcoming tournament, other players were deemed more suitable for the team's needs.

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