Former India opener Gautam Gambhir has come under fire for leaving young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi out of the playing XI for the fourth T20 International against New Zealand. With the series already decided, the match was a dead rubber, prompting critics to question why the promising talent was not given an opportunity. The selection decision has been described as "absolutely ridiculous" by observers, who argue that such matches are ideal for blooding new players. Gambhir, currently involved in a coaching or selector role, faces scrutiny over his team management approach. The controversy highlights ongoing debates about youth development versus established players in Indian cricket.
