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'Can't Practice With Franchise': Ex-KKR Star Blasts Shreyas Iyer, Drops 'Unless You're Virat Kohli' Comment

The debate around the axing of Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan by the BCCI from its central contract is not ending anytime soon. The duo got penalized after they missed their respective state team's Ranji Trophy games. There were some reports which suggested that after missing domestic cricket, Iyer attended the practice session of his IPL franchise, Kolkata Knight Riders. This news reportedly irked selectors, which led to Iyer's exclusion from the central contract. Recently, former Australia spinner Brad Hogg lashed out at the KKR skipper for not showing up for the state team.

Rohit Sharma's Firm Domestic Cricket Verdict Amid Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer Saga

As the Indian cricket team geared up for their 5th and final Test outing against England in Dharamsala, captain Rohit Sharma reaffirmed his stance on the importance of playing domestic cricket during the press conference on Wednesday. The likes of Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan have been in the headlines for their reluctance to play Ranji Trophy but Rohit feels it's important for everyone to play domestic cricket unless there's a medical reason, certified by the team. Though Rohit didn't take the names of Iyer and Kishan, he was firm with his message, highlighting how important it is to play First-Class cricket.

"Earn Money But Aise Bhi Nahi": Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer Delivered Blunt Message

Former Indian cricket team fast bowler Praveen Kumar weighed in on the controversy surrounding Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan not receiving central contracts from the BCCI. With the Board focusing on domestic cricket, both cricketers were penalised for not taking part in Ranji Trophy matches. In an interview with Times Of India, Praveen said that cricketers should look to earn money but not at the expense of domestic cricket. The former pacer advised young players to prioritise international cricket over the Indian Premier League (IPL) and try to balance both things in their careers.

"BCCI Has To Re-Look": India Star On Packed Domestic Cricket Schedule

India and Mumbai all-rounder Shardul Thakur on Sunday said that the BCCI will have to relook next year's Ranji Trophy schedule as playing 10 matches with just three-day gaps between games could lead to injuries to players. Thakur said it's difficult for players to adjust to the three-day gap between knockout matches, which was not the case earlier. "B"It's difficult because we are playing first-class games in (a) three days' gap - that has never happened in Ranji Trophy season ever," Thakur told the media here after making a fine century in the semifinal against Tamil Nadu.

IPL May Not Be Enough For Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan To Make India Comeback. Report Reveals Details

The future remains uncertain for Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan, who were axed from the BCCI contract list that was released recently. "Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan were not considered for the annual contracts in this round of recommendations," a statement from BCCI said. Though there was no further explanation of their absence, despite the duo being in the scheme of things with the Indian cricket team for the last one year, one line in the BCCI press release gave enough hint about the cause of their contract termination. "The BCCI has recommended that all athletes give precedence to participating in domestic cricket during periods when they are not representing the national team," the BCCI press release .

On IPL vs Test Debate, Sourav Ganguly Namedrops Rahul Dravid, Sachin Tendulkar In Massive Take

Former Indian cricket team skipper Sourav Ganguly said that an Indian Premier League (IPL) career can exist for a cricketer alongside stints in first-class cricket. Amid the controversy surrounding BCCI not offering central contracts to Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan over non-participation in domestic cricket, Ganguly mentioned that there are many players like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and even Australia's David Warner who have successfully balanced both red-ball and white-ball cricket. He even recalled how he along with Rahul Dravid and Sachin Tendulkar used to play both formats during their playing days.

Shreyas Iyer Flops On Domestic Cricket Return Amid BCCI Contract Row, Dismissed For...

Shreyas Iyer could manage to score just 3 runs off 8 balls before he was clean bowled by Sandeep Warrier during the Ranji Trophy semi-final match between Mumbai and Tamil Nadu on Sunday. It was Iyer's first domestic match after he was not given a central contract by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The decision has created quite stir among both fans and experts alike with many thinking that the decision to exclude Iyer and Ishan Kishan was correct and it can serve as an example for younger cricketers who may look to prioritise the IPL over playing red-ball cricket.

"If You Don't Value...": Ex-Pakistan Star's Blunt Take On Ishan Kishan-Shreyas Iyer Row

The dropping of Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan by the BCCI from its central contract list has triggered a worldwide debate. Many have come in favour of the players and criticised the board for taking such a stern action against the top players. While many have supported the BCCI for maintaining their strong stance and setting up an example for other players. Former Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Kamran Akmal also backed the BCCI and stated that such an action was required to punish the players for ignoring the board's orders.

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'Can't Practice With Franchise': Ex-KKR Star Blasts Shreyas Iyer, Drops 'Unless You're Virat Kohli' Comment

Rohit Sharma's Firm Domestic Cricket Verdict Amid Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer Saga

"Earn Money But Aise Bhi Nahi": Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer Delivered Blunt Message

"BCCI Has To Re-Look": India Star On Packed Domestic Cricket Schedule

IPL May Not Be Enough For Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan To Make India Comeback. Report Reveals Details

On IPL vs Test Debate, Sourav Ganguly Namedrops Rahul Dravid, Sachin Tendulkar In Massive Take

Shreyas Iyer Flops On Domestic Cricket Return Amid BCCI Contract Row, Dismissed For...

"If You Don't Value...": Ex-Pakistan Star's Blunt Take On Ishan Kishan-Shreyas Iyer Row