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5 Shocking Omissions from India's Squad for South Africa

Bhuvneshwar Kumar

The star pacer has been omitted from India’s squad for the 2023-24 South Africa series. Notably, his last played Test (2018) and ODI (2022) matches were against SA.

Ishan Kishan

The in-form hard-hitter batsman has not made it to the ODI squad for India's tour of South Africa. He got to play in only 2 matches in the recently concluded ODI World Cup 2023.

Sanju Samson

The Rajasthan Royals captain has been dropped from the T20I squad, despite having amazing Twenty20 stats.

Umran Malik

The fast bowler has been excluded from India's SA tour squad. Former players like Irfan Pathan slammed the selectors for making such a decision.

Axar Patel

The all-rounder, who showed his prowess in all formats of cricket, has been omitted from India’s T20I squad for South Africa.