Former BCCI chief selector Saba Karim has questioned the decision to make Ajinkya Rahane the vice-captain of the Indian Test team. In a recent interview, Karim suggested that India should have appointed Ravindra Jadeja or Shubman Gill as the vice-captain for the upcoming Test series against West Indies.
Karim highlighted Jadeja’s contributions to the Indian team in all three formats of the game. He described Jadeja as irreplaceable and expressed surprise that he is not considered for leadership positions. Karim also mentioned Shubman Gill as a potential candidate, stating that he is seen as the future of Indian cricket.
The former India wicketkeeper criticized the selectors for appointing Rahane as the vice-captain, suggesting that it would be more beneficial for India to groom a young player who can eventually take over from Rohit Sharma. He questioned the logic behind the decision, especially when the team is looking to transition and give opportunities to younger players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ruturaj Gaikwad.
Karim’s comments highlight the importance of forward planning and building a team for the future. He believes that it is the right time to groom young talent and provide them with leadership roles.
However, it is important to note that the selection of the vice-captain is a decision made by the Indian selectors after careful consideration of various factors. While Karim has expressed his opinion, it is ultimately up to the selectors to decide on the best candidate for the vice-captaincy position.
The upcoming Test series against West Indies will be an important opportunity for the Indian team to continue their success in the longer format of the game. The discussions surrounding the vice-captaincy position add another layer of intrigue to the series, as fans wait to see how the team performs under the leadership of captain Virat Kohli and vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane.
It remains to be seen how the Indian selectors and team management respond to Karim’s suggestions and whether any changes will be made to the vice-captaincy position in the future. In the meantime, fans can expect an exciting series between India and West Indies as the teams battle it out on the field.
