Washington Sundar's Father Criticizes Indian Cricket Management Over Son's Opportunities
M. Sundar, father of Indian cricketer Washington Sundar, has publicly criticized the Indian cricket management for not providing his son with sufficient opportunities. Following Washington's remarkable performance in the fourth Test against England, where he scored his first Test century, M. Sundar expressed his disappointment over the lack of chances given to his son compared to other players. He believes Washington should consistently bat at number five and receive more opportunities in the team. This situation raises questions about the selection process within the Indian cricket team.
| Jul 29, 2025, 13:21 IST
Father of Washington Sundar Voices Concerns
Washington Sundar's father, M. Sundar, has expressed strong criticism towards Indian cricket team's coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar. His remarks come after Washington's impressive performance in the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford, where he scored his maiden Test century and played a crucial role in securing a draw for the team.
In an interview with a media outlet, M. Sundar highlighted his son's consistent excellence in performance, lamenting that it often goes unnoticed. He pointed out that while other players receive regular opportunities, Washington has been overlooked. He emphasized that Washington should be batting at the number five position consistently, as he did in the second innings of the fourth Test, and deserves multiple chances ranging from five to ten. It is surprising, he noted, that Washington was not selected for the first Test against England.
It is worth mentioning that Rishabh Pant typically bats at number five for India in Tests, raising questions about the validity of M. Sundar's demands regarding his son's position.