'Naman Dhir has finished him': World Cup winner's big statement on star's T20I future
Former cricketer Krishnamachari Srikkanth has praised Naman Dhir's T20I debut performance, suggesting he has effectively replaced Washington Sundar in India's white-ball squads. Srikkanth also used the opportunity to criticize the IPL's 'Impact Player' rule for potentially hindering the development of all-rounders.
Why it matters
The commentary highlights the intense competition for spots in the Indian national cricket team and reflects ongoing debates about how domestic league rules impact international player development.
Naman Dhir made a strong statement on his T20I debut against the West Indies, and his performance has already led to questions about Washington Sundar’s place in India’s white-ball teams.The 25-year-old, who has mainly been seen as a batting all-rounder in the IPL, surprised many with the ball in the first T20I. He bowled his full four-over spell and returned figures of 3/31 as India restricted the West Indies to 171.Dhir had scored 318 runs in IPL 2026 but did not bowl a single over during the tournament.
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