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There has always been debate on the decisions of selectors in Indian cricket, but this time what former wicketkeeper-batsman Parthiv Patel has said has created a stir. Parthiv has directly attacked the selection committee on the alleged injustice being done to Sanju Samson. He clearly said that in the eyes of the team management, Sanju has become a ‘scapegoat’, who is ready to bear the brunt of any wrong decision. This outspoken comment of Parthiv has further fueled the anger of the fans on social media.

‘Stop making Sanju a scapegoat’

Parthiv Patel believes that there is no solid basis for including Sanju Samson in the team and then suddenly dropping him. He said that repeatedly excluding Sanju from the playing eleven is breaking his morale. Criticizing the selectors, Parthiv asked on what basis Sanju is dropped again and again, while other players keep getting opportunities. Parthiv has called it an old disease of Indian cricket, where talented players are sidelined just in the name of adjustment.

The mortal remains showered on Vaibhav Suryavanshi too

In this controversy, Parthiv also mentioned the young sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi. He said that before including any young player in the team, it is important to see whether he is ready to withstand that level of pressure. Parthiv indicated that selections made in haste or without strong domestic performances not only spoil a player’s future but also weigh heavily on the team’s balance. He advised the selectors that the enthusiasm to bring in youth is fine, but it is very important to have the right time and right way.

Big questions are being raised on the functioning of selectors

This comment of Parthiv Patel directly raises questions on the functioning of the selectors. The questions being raised regarding transparency and selection policy in the Indian team indicate that everything is not well within the board. Fans have also come out in support of Parthiv and have opened a front against the selectors on social media. It remains to be seen whether there is any reaction from BCCI or the selection committee after this sharp criticism of Parthiv, or whether this journey of Sanju Samson will continue to be full of struggles.