Shubman Gill’s Selection Is Based On Favouritism; Ex-IND Cricketer Slams India Opener Ahead of 2nd Test Against West Indies

'Shubman Gill's Selection Is Based On Favouritism': Ex-IND Player

Former Indian cricketer, Venkatesh Prasad slammed star Indian batter Shubman Gill over his recent performance in Test cricket. He even said that Gill’s selection is not based on performance but on favouritism.

Shubman Gill had a dismal outing in the 1st Test match against West Indies as he got out after scoring just 6 runs. The young batter has not played an impressive Test knock outside Asia lately and has been on the receiving end of criticism.

“I have a lot of regard for Shubhman Gill’s talent and ability, but sadly his performances have been well below par. A test average of 30 after 30 Innings in international cricket is ordinary. Can’t think of many who have been given so many chances,” wrote Venkatesh Prasad on his official Twitter handle.

“When there are so many waiting in the wings & in top form. Shaw is in sublime form, Sharfaraz has been scoring tons in FC cricket and many who deserve a chance ahead of Gill. Some are just lucky to be given chances endlessly till they succeed while some aren’t allowed to.

“Gill’s selection is not based on performance but favouritism. Has been Consistently inconsistent. One of the reasons why many ex-cricketers aren’t vocal despite seeing such favouritism..,” added Venkatesh Prasad.

Shubman Gill’s Underwhelming Outing In Test Cricket

Shubman Gill has played 17 Test matches and has scored 927 runs with an average of 32. The batter has an average of 65.5 in ODIs and 40.4 in T20Is. In comparison to these, his outing in Test has been quite underwhelming.

The batter has not crossed the 20-run mark in his last 6 Test matches played outside the Asian sub-continent. Venkatesh Prasad is known for openly criticising Indian cricketers over their disappointing performances, KL Rahul has been on the receiving end of it for quite some time too.