Young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi earned a maiden India call-up for Ireland, England tours, and Asian Games after a stellar IPL 2026. The 15-year-old, who became the youngest Indian male player selected,

Virat Kohli's place in the 2027 ODI World Cup squad is assured. His fitness and consistent scoring have convinced selectors. Rohit Sharma faces a challenge, though. He must demonstrate improved fitness and batting form to be considered for the future.

Rohit injured his hamstring during the IPL and was picked for the ODIs, subject to fitness clearance.

The Chairman of the Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) Senior Men's Selection Committee, Ajit Agarkar, stated that it was a "tough decision" but "in the interest of what the team needs going forward" to replace Suryakumar Yadav as India's T20I captain and exclude him from the squad for the forthcoming Ireland and England series.

Just by retiring Vijay Shankar may have given a final push to a possible policy change by BCCI for players who take part in the foreign leagues.

India's selection committee has asked Shubman Gill to focus on Test and 50-over cricket till the 2027 ODI World Cup cycle to prevent burnout despite his brilliant IPL 2026 season.

When the Selection Committee met on June 6 to announce squads for the Ireland, England series, as well as the Asian Games, a few standout performers were left out.