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Washington Sundar's father accuses BCCI selectors, India team management of bias: 'Other players get regular chances'
Washington Sundar's father has criticised the BCCI selectors and Indian cricket team management for giving his son a hard deal even as the all-rounder continues to do well for the team whenever given an opportunity. read more Washington Sundar's father, M Sundar, has hit out at the Indian cricket team selectors for not giving 'regular chances' to his son despite impressing consistently in the limited opportunities that have come his way. Washington's latest impressive outing for India came in the recently-concluded fourth Test against England at Manchester, in which he scored an unbeaten hundred from the No.5 spot in Rishabh Pant's absence as he helped India secure a memorable draw. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Promoted in the batting line-up, Washington grabbed the opportunity with both hands as he scored 101 not out and forged an unbeaten partnership of 203 runs with Ravindra Jadeja, besides taking two wickets in the match. Overall, the 25-year-old all-rounder has taken seven wickets in three matches of the series after missing the first game at Leeds. He has also scored 205 runs. Also Read | Four years after Gabba heroics, Washington Sundar grabs opportunity with both hands in England Washington's white-ball debut came in 2017 and his Test debut came in the famous Gabba Test in 2021, in which he took four wickets and scored a fifty in the first innings. Nonetheless, he has not featured consistently in any format so far, playing just 12 Tests, 23 ODIs and 54 T20Is. Washington's father accuses BCCI selectors of ignoring his son Washington's father, M Sundar, has now criticised the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selectors, accusing them of not giving regular chances to the all-rounder as compared to other players. 'Washington has been doing very well consistently. However, people tend to avoid and forget his performances. Other players get regular chances, only my son doesn't get them. Washington should consistently bat at number five like he did in the second innings of the fourth Test and get five to ten straight chances. My son was surprisingly not picked for the first Test against England,' M Sundar told The Times of India. 'My son gets dropped even if he fails in just one or two matches. It is not fair. Washington scored an unbeaten 85 on a rank turner in Chennai against England back in 2021 and 96* against the same opposition in Ahmedabad during the same year. He would have been dropped even if those two knocks had ended up in centuries. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'Had this kind of an approach been maintained for any other Indian cricketer? He has become very strong after all this and the result is the performance which people are witnessing now,' he added. Sundar's father also pointed out that Washington took eight wickets in the 2018 Nidahas Trophy, but has failed to get regular chances in the Indian team or at Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises. 'My son was very economical despite it being his first overseas tour. He was dropped for 11 straight matches by RCB in the next edition of the IPL, despite his quality performances. Can you imagine his mentality? Washington scored a 14-ball 40 in his first match for SRH during the IPL 2022 season. He was sent at number six in the next match,' he said. 'Even his current team (Gujarat Titans) don't give him regular chances. He showcased his calibre in the IPL 2025 Eliminator against Mumbai Indians (MI), smashing 48 off 24 balls. Look at the way Yashasvi Jaiswal has been backed by RR. Washington hasn't been able to enjoy a consistent run even in case of domestic cricket.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
India.com
14 hours ago
- Sport
- India.com
Selectors Ignore My Son, Even After Match-Winning Knocks: Washington Sundar's Father Slams BCCIs Selection Policy
India managed to pull off a gritty draw in the fourth Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series against England on Sunday, largely thanks to the lower-middle order's resistance. Trailing by a massive 311 runs after England posted 669 in their first innings, India fought back on the strength of three centuries and a near-century. Spin allrounder Washington Sundar was at the heart of the comeback, scoring an unbeaten 101*, while Ravindra Jadeja (107*), Shubman Gill (103), and KL Rahul (90) also played crucial roles. The draw kept India alive in the five-match series, though they still trail 1-2 heading into the decider. M Sundar Blasts Selectors For Inconsistent Opportunities While Washington's performance won him plaudits from fans and experts, it also reignited a long-standing grievance from his father, M Sundar. In a scathing interview to the TOI, the senior Sundar criticized the national selectors for not giving his son a consistent run in the Indian team despite his impressive performances. 'Washington has been doing very well consistently. However, people tend to avoid and forget his performances,' said M Sundar. 'Other players get regular chances, only my son doesn't get them. Washington should consistently bat at number five like he did in the second innings of the fourth Test and get five to ten straight chances.' 'He Gets Dropped Even After One Bad Match' Sundar's father expressed his frustration over what he called an unfair approach. He recalled how his son had scored valuable runs in tough conditions against England in 2021 85* in Chennai and 96* in Ahmedabad but was still not assured a place in the XI. 'He would have been dropped even if those two knocks had ended up in centuries. Has this kind of an approach been maintained for any other Indian cricketer?' he asked. Recalling The Nidahas Trophy And IPL Setbacks M Sundar also mentioned Washington's breakout performance during the 2018 Nidahas Trophy in Sri Lanka, where he finished as the highest wicket-taker with eight wickets and impressed with his economy rate. However, the momentum didn't carry into his IPL career. 'In the very next IPL season, RCB benched him for 11 straight matches despite good performances. Can you imagine his mentality?' said M Sundar. He also highlighted how his son made an impact with a quickfire 40 off 14 balls for Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2022, only to be pushed down the order in the following match. 'Even Gujarat Titans Don't Back Him' According to M Sundar, the trend of underutilization continued with his current IPL team, Gujarat Titans (GT). 'Even his current team don't give him regular chances. He showcased his calibre in the IPL 2025 Eliminator against Mumbai Indians, smashing 48 off 24 balls,' he said. He also pointed out how players like Yashasvi Jaiswal have been given long ropes by their franchises, but Washington hasn't enjoyed similar trust not even in domestic cricket. Despite limited opportunities, Washington Sundar has continued to prove his value. With his 101* in a pressure situation against a dominant England side, he has once again thrown his hat into the ring for a regular place in India's Test middle order.
NDTV
a day ago
- Sport
- NDTV
Washington Sundar's Father Blasts BCCI Selectors Day After Match-Saving Ton vs England: "My Son Gets Dropped..."
Washington Sundar played a key role in India drawing the fourth Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy against England that ended on Sunday. India faced huge deficit of 311 runs after England scored 669 in the first innings. But thanks to tons from No. 5 Sundar (101*), No. 6 Ravindra Jadeja (107*), captain Shubman Gill (103) and a gritty 90 from KL Rahul, India kept the series alive with one Test to go. India trail England 1-2 after the first four Tests. After his son's fabulous display, Washington Sundar's father M Sundar ripped into the BCCI selectors for not giving him regular chances. Spin allrounder Sundar made his international debut 2017, and since then the 25-year-old has played 12 Tests, 23 ODIs and 54 T20Is. "Washington has been doing very well consistently. However, people tend to avoid and forget his performances. Other players get regular chances, only my son doesn't get them. Washington should consistently bat at number five like he did in the second innings of the fourth Test and get five to ten straight chances. My son was surprisingly not picked for the first Test against England," the cricketer's father M Sundar told TOI. "My son gets dropped even if he fails in just one or two matches. It is not fair. Washington scored an unbeaten 85 on a rank turner in Chennai against England back in 2021 and 96* against the same opposition in Ahmedabad during the same year. He would have been dropped even if those two knocks had ended up in centuries. Has this kind of an approach been maintained for any other Indian cricketer? He has become very strong after all this and the result is the performance which people are witnessing now," he added. Sundar's father went on to tell the publication about his son's achievement at the 2018 Nidahas Trophy, where he was the top wicket-taker with eight scalps. "My son was very economical despite it being his first overseas tour. He was dropped for 11 straight matches by RCB in the next edition of the IPL, despite his quality performances. Can you imagine his mentality? Washington scored a 14-ball 40 in his first match for SRH during the IPL 2022 season. He was sent at number six in the next match," he said. "Even his current team (GT) don't give him regular chances. He showcased his calibre in the IPL 2025 Eliminator against Mumbai Indians (MI), smashing 48 off 24 balls. Look at the way Yashasvi Jaiswal has been backed by RR. Washington hasn't been able to enjoy a consistent run even in case of domestic cricket."
Time of India
a day ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Washington Sundar's father hits out at selectors: 'One failure and he's dropped'
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - JULY 27: India batsman Washington Sundar celebrates his century during day five of the 4th Test Match between England and India at Emirates Old Trafford on July 27, 2025 in Manchester, England. (Photo by) All-rounder Washington Sundar has drawn a lot of praise after helping Team India pull off a crucial draw in the fourth Test against England, stitching an unbeaten 203-run stand with Ravindra Jadeja on Day 5 at the Old Trafford. Sundar registered his maiden century in international cricket, scoring an unbeaten 101 off 206 balls in a knock comprising nine fours and a six. The Tamil Nadu cricketer's father M Sundar expressed his happiness following his son's match saving but also expressed concerns over people forgetting his performances. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! "Washington has been doing very well consistently. However, people tend to avoid and forget his performances. Other players get regular chances, only my son doesn't get them. Washington should consistently bat at number five like he did in the second innings of the fourth Test and get five to ten straight chances. My son was surprisingly not picked for the first Test against England. The selectors should watch his performances," said the cricketer's father M Sundar in an exclusive interaction with Gautam Gambhir fiery press conference: Slams critics, big update on Jasprit Bumrah, Karun vs Sai "My son gets dropped even if he fails in just one or two matches. It is not fair. Washington scored an unbeaten 85 on a rank turner in Chennai against England back in 2021 and 96* against the same opposition in Ahmedabad during the same year. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Passive Income Ideas Sitting at Home Mone Undo He would have been dropped even if those two knocks had ended up in centuries. Has this kind of an approach been maintained for any other Indian cricketer? He has become very strong after all this and the result is the performance which people are witnessing now," he added. Washington father further highlighted Washington's performances during the 2017/18 Nidahas Trophy, where he was named the Player of the Series, helping India lift the trophy. Poll Should Washington Sundar be given more consistent opportunities to play for the national team? Yes, absolutely No, he needs to earn it Maybe, depending on future performances "My son was very economical despite it being his first overseas tour. He was dropped for 11 straight matches by RCB in the next edition of the IPL, despite his quality performances. Can you imagine his mentality? Washington scored a 14-ball 40 in his first match for SRH during the IPL 2022 season. He was sent at number six in the next match," he said. "Even his current team (GT) don't give him regular chances. He showcased his calibre in the IPL 2025 Eliminator against Mumbai Indians (MI), smashing 48 off 24 balls. Look at the way Yashasvi Jaiswal has been backed by RR. Washington hasn't been able to enjoy a consistent run even in case of domestic cricket," added Sundar's father. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
India.com
03-07-2025
- Sport
- India.com
7-Foot Snake Halts Play During Sri Lanka Vs Bangladesh ODI In Colombo: WATCH
An unusual visitor brought the first ODI between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh to a sudden halt when a 7-foot snake slithered onto the field during Bangladesh's innings at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The incident occurred in the third over of Bangladesh's run chase, just as pacer Asitha Fernando was preparing to deliver his fourth ball. Players quickly alerted officials after spotting the snake near the point boundary, prompting immediate intervention by ground staff. Security and maintenance crews acted swiftly to safely remove the reptile, and play resumed after a brief delay. No players or officials were harmed. A 'Naagin Derby' Moment Reignited The bizarre interruption quickly went viral, with fans across platforms dubbing it another chapter in the long-standing 'Naagin Derby', a cheeky term referencing the sometimes tense and theatrical cricketing rivalry between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. The term gained popularity during the 2018 Nidahas Trophy when Bangladeshi players performed a 'Naagin dance' celebration after a dramatic win against Sri Lanka. The snake's surprise appearance in Colombo brought back those memories, leading to a flurry of memes, jokes, and edited videos online. Snake Video Goes Viral The footage of the snake entering the ground has gone viral on social media. Clips showing umpires halting play and players backing away have been widely shared across X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and YouTube A Snake appeared on the field during the 1st Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh Today. Who knows it might be Shakib Al Hasan who came in the form of snake to witness his team playing against their rivals Sri Lanka — Aryan Goel (@Aryan42832Goel) July 2, 2025 Match Highlights Despite the mid-match disruption, Sri Lanka showed dominance on the field: Charith Asalanka led the charge with a powerful 104-run century, anchoring Sri Lanka to a competitive total of 293/8. Wanindu Hasaranga delivered a match-winning spell of 4 wickets for just 10 runs, crippling Bangladesh's middle order. Bangladesh were bowled out for 216, giving Sri Lanka a 77-run win and a 1-0 lead in the ODI series.
