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By Victor Martinelli , 9 June 2026

India's team management has opted to rest fast bowler Mohammed Siraj from the upcoming T20I tours of Ireland and England as part of a broader workload management strategy ahead of a demanding international season. The decision reflects the increasing importance of player fitness and injury prevention in modern cricket, particularly for frontline fast bowlers who face heavy workloads across formats. Prasidh Krishna has been drafted into the squad as Siraj's replacement, creating an opportunity for the pace bowler to strengthen his position in the national setup.

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By Victor Martinelli , 17 April 2026

A 15-year-old batting prodigy has emerged as one of the most compelling storylines of IPL 2026, placing Indian cricket’s selection framework under fresh scrutiny. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s impressive performances, including multiple half-centuries, have reportedly earned him a spot in a preliminary shortlist for India’s upcoming T20 tour of Ireland. However, his potential inclusion raises complex questions around team composition, experience versus youth, and the displacement of established players.

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