What did Shastri say on the future of Yuvraj and Raina?

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Yuvraj Singh and Suresh raina in action for India. Image Source: exgag.com

Internet Desk: There are a lot of speculations on the future of veteran Indian cricketers, Yuvraj Singh and Suresh Raina. According to Indian cricket team coach Ravi Shastri the doors are still open for both the cricketers but their selection will depend on their batting form and most importantly their fitness.

In an interview with India TV, Shastri said, “Any player is eligible for selection if they perform well on the following parameters – fitness, current form and fielding. Fielding is very important if you want to win consistently.”

“I am not involved in selection. The door is not closed on Yuvraj Singh and Suresh Raina. Any player who performs well on these parameters is eligible for selection,”he further added.

“Keeping in mind the 2019 ODI World Cup, we wanted every player to get a chance to play in Sri Lanka and we ensured it. The bilateral series against Australia will again be a good opportunity to identify the players who will form the nucleus/core team for the world cup.”, he concluded.

Shastri also made it clear that MS Dhoni is a legend and he brings in a lot of valuable inputs in the squad.

“Where else will you find a legend like M.S. Dhoni? Dhoni is in the same league as Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar or Kapil Dev. We have to respect his achievements,” said Shastri.

“A player is evaluated on the basis of his current form and fitness and Dhoni has both. If you see his wicket-keeping, he is the best in ODI cricket. His fitness is superb; he batted well in Sri Lanka. And let me tell you, it was just a trailer what you saw in Sri Lanka now wait for the movie.”