Shreyas Iyer was left out of India's 2025 Asia Cup squad. Fans and experts have questioned BCCI and selectors for his omission. After being controversially dropped from the central contracts in February 2024, Iyer fought his way back with grit, performances, and leadership across domestic and franchise cricket. From winning trophies with Mumbai to leading Kolkata and Punjab to glory, he did everything the selectors asked of him. Fans are outraged, experts are questioning the decision, and the selectors are under fire. Was Iyer unfairly treated? What message does this send to hard-working cricketers like him, Jaiswal, and Washington Sundar? Rupha Ramani breaks down the controversy, and the unanswered questions around Indian cricket’s think tank.
Also on the show, Pakistan has pulled out of the hockey Asia Cup. The PHF cited security concerns. Bangladesh will replace Pakistan in the event. Pakistan's selective "concerns" have been exposed once again. While the country prefers playing India in cricket, they are worried about security in hockey. Is Pakistan playing politics over sports? And China has started a wave of AI in sports. The country hosted the first-ever Robot Olympics as it eyes to seal their authority in Humanoid games. But in their quest to break barriers, is China toying with the essence of sports?
