Yuvraj Should Have Been A Part Of World Cup Team.

Yuvraj Should Have Been A Part Of World Cup Team.

BCCI Selectors unanimously decided that Yuvraj Singh would not be a part of the world cup team. He was not included in 15-man squad for World Cup 2015. It came as a shock to his fans who desperately wanted him to see play. However, soon they received good news of Yuvraaj being bought by Delhi Daredevils for a whopping Rs 16 crore. Here, a major question arises, whether national selectors did a mistake by not selecting Yuvraaj for World Cup 2015? Let us discuss on, “Yuvraaj Should Have Been a Part of World Cup Team.”

Yes

- Yuvraj was, is and will remain a fighter in all phases of life. Such a determined and strong player should have been selected in World Cup 2015.

- The past contributions of Yuvraj were overlooked by BCCI selectors. On basis of past performance, he deserved to be in World Cup team.

- The big players were always given a second chance even when they were out of form. Why selectors failed to give this chance to a performing player like Yuvraj?

- There is never a surety that all selected fifteen will do wonders in World Cup. When there is no surety of performance, then Yuvraj should be given a chance.

- No one can ever forget the contribution of Yuvraj in World Cup 2011. At least selectors should remember the World Cup Glory that was possible largely due to Yuvraj.

- Even domestic performance in Ranji trophy where he smashed three back-to-back centuries was not taken into account by selectors.

- Nevertheless, Yuvraj is bought by Delhi Daredevils for Rs. 16 crore which clearly indicates that he is worth a buy.

No

- Games don’t work on emotions of fans. The selection committee need to analyze current form and take rational decisions.

- Stamina is a key factor in cricket, and at present it is a weak part of Yuvraj who lacks required physical fitness.

- World cup is a mega event and therefore selectors cannot take a chance and become a target of Indians. The fact is world cup not only requires physical stamina but also emotional strength. The requirement would have created immense stress on Yuvraj.

- There are many other players who have worked hard and performed well to become a part of World Cup team. BCCI selectors cannot ignore those players over Yuvraj.

- Yuvraj is not in the same form that bought World Cup for India in 2011. Also, his bating record against NZ and Australia is not so great.

- Ranji performance cannot be taken into account as he made big scores on not-so-bouncy pitches.

Conclusion

Here, it is important to understand that even BCCI selectors know that Yuvraj had contributed significantly to Indian cricket. They will intentionally not ignore a star player. The problem here is with form. Yuvraj needs some time to come back in form. World Cup is a much awaited series for everyone. Even decision of not selecting Yuvraj is good for player as he would remain away from all stress that could have been harmful for his health at this time. So, BCCI selectors did a right thing by not selecting Yuvraj for World Cup 2015.