Shreyas asked the BCCI for a break from red-ball cricket to manage his back problems. However, he has been appointed captain of India A for their three-match ODI series against Australia A in Kanpur, starting on September 30. He hasn't been picked for the two-match Test series against the West Indies.
Agarkar stated that the India A captaincy is not for future roles. He added that the panel has not yet discussed the 50-over captaincy. The former cricketer clarified that Iyer is not under consideration for captaincy at the moment.
"He was captain for India A as well. It's not like because of that we are looking at him as a Test captain. So, you are trying to find qualities of a leader in a lot of people, and India A sort of gives us an opportunity to see if somebody has that ability,” he added.
Shreyas Iyer Has Been a Key Player in ODIs - Ajit Agarkar
“Unfortunately, I think the statement was put out already with regards to his fitness in terms of red-ball cricket. He won't be available, and that gives us a chance," Agarkar opined.
Shreyas Iyer Has Taken a Six-Month Break From Red-Ball Cricket
Shreyas Iyer, who has been battling recurring back issues since late 2022, has taken a six-month break from red-ball cricket. He withdrew from the ongoing four-day India A vs Australia A match in Lucknow, having captained India A in the opening game.
The right-handed batter underwent surgery in April 2023 after the injury flared up during the 2023 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, causing him to miss IPL 2023. He made a strong return in the Asia Cup and later played a crucial role in the 2023 ODI World Cup final, where India finished as runner-up.
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