Ex-Cricketer Questions Selection of Auqib Nabi for India's Test Squad
Auqib Nabi, a fast bowler from Jammu and Kashmir, has been included in India's Test squad for the upcoming series against Sri Lanka, following an injury to Jasprit Bumrah. Nabi's selection comes after a successful run in domestic cricket, where he has established himself as a leading pace bowler.
His performances, particularly during Jammu and Kashmir's historic Ranji Trophy-winning campaign, have sparked discussions about his initial exclusion from the squad. Former India opener Wasim Jaffer expressed that Nabi's achievements warranted his selection before being named as a replacement, emphasizing that he should have been a first-choice pick.
Nabi has recorded 104 wickets over two Ranji Trophy seasons, including 60 in the recent 2025-26 season. He also showcased his skills during the India A tour of Sri Lanka, where he took six wickets in two matches. Jaffer noted Nabi's milestone as the first cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir to join India's Test team based on performance, hoping he would capitalize on this opportunity.
