IND A vs AUS A: Despite Strong IPL and Domestic Performances, Shashank Singh Left Out of Squad

India A is currently engaged in a two-match unofficial Test series against Australia A, followed by a three-match ODI series. The BCCI’s senior selection committee has announced the squad for the ODI leg, with Rajat Patidar leading the team in the first match and Tilak Verma captaining the side in the remaining two. While several promising youngsters have been given opportunities, the exclusion of one in-form player has sparked debate.

Shashank Singh Overlooked
Despite consistent performances in both the IPL and domestic cricket, Shashank Singh has not been included in the India A squad. The decision has surprised fans, especially as relatively inexperienced players like Suryansh Shedge, Vipraj Nigam, and Nishant Sindhu have secured spots despite weaker records.

Shashank Singh’s Record

• IPL: 41 matches, 773 runs in 33 innings at an average of 40.68, including 5 fifties. Crossed the 350-run mark in each of the last two IPL seasons.

• List A: 35 matches, 1054 runs at an average of 40.53, with 2 centuries and 3 fifties. Also claimed 37 wickets as a useful all-rounder.

Comparison with Selected Players

• Suryansh Shedge: 5 IPL matches, just 7 runs; in List A, 85 runs and 9 wickets from 7 matches.

• Vipraj Nigam: 14 IPL matches, 142 runs; in List A, 9 runs and 4 wickets from 5 matches.

• Nishant Sindhu: Yet to make his IPL debut.

Given Shashank’s experience and impact, his omission has been widely questioned, with many fans calling it a “huge injustice.”