Sunil Gavaskar has expressed his concern over the lack of attention given to Ranji Trophy stars such as Ravichandran Smaran, Ayush Doseja, Mayank Mishra, and others. He feels that despite their impressive performances, these players are not getting the recognition they deserve. Gavaskar specifically mentioned Auqib Nabi, who has been making waves in the cricketing world with his exceptional performance in the Ranji Trophy. Nabi’s success has earned him an IPL contract with the Delhi Capitals, but Gavaskar questions whether he would have received the same level of recognition without it.
Gavaskar highlighted the disparity in coverage between Under-19 and IPL players compared to Ranji Trophy performers. He pointed out the lack of media attention given to players like Smaran, Doseja, Mishra, and others who have excelled in the domestic circuit. Gavaskar emphasized the importance of giving prominence to the Ranji Trophy, as it is the national championship.
He also raised concerns about the perception that success in the IPL or Under-19 World Cup is a shortcut to representing India at the international level. Gavaskar urged selectors and media platforms to recognize the talent and hard work of Ranji Trophy players and not overlook them in favor of more high-profile tournaments. Overall, Gavaskar’s message is clear: Ranji Trophy performers deserve more attention and recognition for their contributions to Indian cricket.
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