Rohit, Dravid Personally Explained Shreyas Iyer's T20 World Cup 2022 Omission

• Rohit Sharma revealed he and Rahul Dravid personally informed Shreyas Iyer about his exclusion from the 2022 T20 World Cup squad months in advance.
• The decision to include Deepak Hooda over Iyer was due to Hooda's multi-skill ability, particularly his bowling, which was needed in the top order.
• Rohit emphasized the importance of clear communication with players regarding tough selection decisions, even if it means some players are disappointed.
• India's management aimed to make the best use of the 15-player squad, leading to difficult choices for various ICC tournaments.
• The 2026 T20 World Cup is set to be held in India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8, with Rohit Sharma as its brand ambassador.

Why It Matters: Rohit and Dravid ensured transparent communication with Shreyas Iyer regarding his T20 World Cup 2022 omission.