India head coach Gautam Gambhir has faced heavy criticism for leaving young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi out of the playing XI for the fourth T20 International against New Zealand, a match described as a dead rubber after India had already secured the series. Commentators and fans labeled the selection decision "absolutely ridiculous," arguing that the game presented an ideal opportunity to blood emerging talent.
The omission sparked debate on social media and among cricket pundits, with many questioning the management's approach to squad rotation and player development in inconsequential fixtures.
