of India squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series England caused considerable debate among supporters and cricket experts alike. As the team begins its preparations 2027 ODI World Cupthe selectors returned several senior players for crucial overseas assignments, preferring a strong and experienced group.
While the return of established stars grabbed the headlines, an error came into the limelight soon after the lineup was announced. Fans were 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.
The release of Yashasvi Jaiswal becomes the main topic of discussion
One of the biggest talking points of India’s squad announcement was the lack of a team. Yashasvi Jaiswal. The young opener had enjoyed a productive ODI series against Afghanistan he ended 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 hundreds in just six outings and showing his ability to adapt to the demands of the 50-over format.
Jaiswal’s recent performances have led many to believe that he can retain his place for the England tour. However, India’s selectors have opted for a full-strength squad as preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup continue. The return of several senior players has increased competition for spots and made selection decisions even more difficult.
India recall big stars for England ODI assignment
The roster announcement also marked the return of several key players. Virat Kohli He returns to the ODI set-up, fitness permitting, having missed the Afghanistan series due to a hamstring problem. Meanwhile, jasprit bumrah returns to India’s ODI squad for the first time since the 2023 World Cup finals after workload management kept him out of recent assignments.
Akhar Patel He also earned a recall after missing India’s last three ODI series. It comes at the expense of his entry Tough Dubeywhile Prince Yadavwho made his ODI debut against Afghanistan, runs after Bumrah’s return. There are other unremarkable ones Hardik Pandya. The all-rounder was initially picked for the Afghanistan ODIs, but suffered a leg strain during training and remains unavailable.
India’s ODI series against England will begin in Birmingham on July 14 and conclude at Lord’s on July 19 before moving to Cardiff on July 16. While the squad has plenty of experience, Jaiswal’s omission remains one of the biggest talking points ahead of the tour and fans continue to debate whether another youngster deserves an open opportunity in the format.
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Here’s how the fans reacted:
Team India’s ODI squad for England: No Jaiswal, Jadeja or Siraj, but Bumrah IS BACK! What are your thoughts on this lineup? 🏏🔥 #TeamIndia #IQTIF pic.twitter.com/Q2lf9qw8C0
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) June 22, 2026
Yashasvi Jaiswal, who smashed his ODI hundred yesterday and had 2 centuries in the last 3 innings, failed to find a place in the ODI squad against England.
Mohammed Siraj, who was rested from Ireland and England T20is, was not selected for the ODI series against England. pic.twitter.com/SsXsHXfijt
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) June 21, 2026
https://twitter. com/CricCrazyJohns/status/2068608147313644020
Yashasvi Jaiswal ruled out of ODI series against England.
Yesterday: Smashed 100 against Afghanistan. ✅
Today: Dropped from ODI squad for Tour of England. ❎ pic.twitter.com/roZfqDZ7kgq
— Maina Singh (@Maina_Singhx77) June 21, 2026
🚨 BIG QUESTION FOR INDIAN TEAMS 🚨
Why is there no 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 part of the ODI set-up.#TeamIndia #ENGvIND…
– Rana Ahmed. (@AhmadRana056) June 22, 2026
🚨YASHAVI JAISWAL QUIT ODI’S ENGLAND LIFE 🚨 pic.twitter.com/2gqNwOxfT7
— Cricket Central (@CricketCentrl) June 21, 2026
🚨 WHY YASHASVI JAISWAL IS NOT IN ALL ODIS FOR ENGLAND SERIES 🚨
– Jaiswal opens the wicket and 3 batsmen in the over
– You can’t put a man down
– you can’t leave Virat Kohli
– Rohit Sharma can’t be dropped
– you can’t put Shubman clay on the groundif yashvi Jaiswal is in the squad then… pic.twitter.com/KqqnFAyBBJ
— VK (@Aur_vicky) June 22, 2026
Why Gambhir is ruining Yashasvi Jaiswal’s career
Gautam Gambhir has a sort of disdain for Yashasvi Jaiswal
– Since Gautam Gambhir joined the Indian team as coach
– Yashasvi Jaiswal was not considered in every Selection
– Yashasvi has not played a single T20I in his game. pic.twitter.com/XC5XZ7DFpW— Raja (@_raja_kumar) June 22, 2026
🚨 YASHASVI JAISWAL NOT IN INDIA’S ODI SERIES Vs ENGLAND GIFT 🚨 pic.twitter.com/1Iir6oOaxG
— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) June 21, 2026
Yashasvi Jaiswal scores a century.
Virat Kohli becomes available. Jaiswal promptly disappears from the squad.
This is the brutal reality of Indian cricket:
Young players are told to take advantage of every opportunity, but even performance can’t save their place when there’s a superstar… pic.twitter.com/aQCv0jn94g
— Rao Amit 🇮🇳 (@RoyalRao47) June 22, 2026
