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News1814-01-2026, 06:30

Gambhir Quota Row: Ayush Badoni's Inclusion Sparks Debate, Telugu Player Faces Injustice

  • India and New Zealand are set to play the second ODI in Rajkot, with India leading the series 1-0.
  • Washington Sundar is out of the remaining ODIs due to injury; Ayush Badoni has been unexpectedly included in the squad.
  • The article alleges that Ayush Badoni's inclusion over Nitish Kumar Reddy is an injustice due to a 'Gambhir quota'.
  • It claims that since Gambhir became coach, players from Delhi, Lucknow, and KKR are getting more opportunities.
  • Players like Suryakumar Yadav, Shubman Gill, Kuldeep Yadav, and Varun Chakravarthy are cited as examples of those who played for KKR under Gambhir's influence.

Why It Matters: Ayush Badoni's inclusion in the Indian squad sparks controversy, with allegations of a 'Gambhir quota' favoring certain players.

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