Sources: 
Monty Panesar has publicly supported the Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) decision to exclude Shreyas Iyer from the upcoming Test series against England, emphasizing concerns over Iyer's technique in seaming and swinging conditions.
Panesar stated,
'Well, I believe they haven't missed a trick. I think that he is a very good player, but with the seaming and swinging conditions, I believe he is vulnerable; I don't think he has the technique for that.'Shreyas Iyer, who was once considered a strong candidate to replace the retired Test batsman at the crucial No. 4 position, has faced criticism following underwhelming performances in the early 2024 Test series against England. His omission from the final three Tests and subsequent absence from the BCCI's annual retainership list have raised questions about his future in the national team.
Panesar further elaborated that while Iyer performs well in spin-friendly conditions, he is likely to be exposed in England's challenging seaming and swinging environments. This technical vulnerability was a key factor in the selection committee's decision.
Additionally, Iyer's failure to inform the Mumbai Cricket Association about his availability for domestic matches led to missed games, which reportedly did not sit well with the BCCI. This disciplinary aspect may have contributed to his exclusion from the 2023-24 annual contract cycle.
Key quotes:"I think that he is a very good player, but with the seaming and swinging conditions, I believe he is vulnerable; I don't think he has the technique for that."
Stats/Context:- Dropped from final three Tests of the five-match England series in early 2024.
- Omitted from BCCI's 2023-24 annual contract list.
- Missed domestic games due to lack of communication with Mumbai Cricket Association.
The decision reflects the BCCI's cautious approach to team selection, prioritizing players with proven technique in England's demanding conditions over potential but unproven talent.
Sources: Monty Panesar supports BCCI's decision to exclude Shreyas Iyer from India's Test squad for the England tour, citing concerns over Iyer's technique in seaming and swinging conditions. Despite being a strong player, Panesar believes Iyer is vulnerable in challenging English conditions, leading to his omission from the annual contract list.
