Overview
- Suryakumar Yadav said fewer international fixtures are pushing players back to domestic cricket and urged them to play whenever possible.
- He explained that domestic stints keep players connected with the game and support ongoing learning and development.
- India starts a five-match T20I series against South Africa in Cuttack on Tuesday as the T20 phase of its build-up begins.
- The team plans 10 T20s against South Africa and New Zealand as immediate preparation before the 2026 tournament.
- Selection strategy prioritizes stability over frequent experimentation, with an emphasis on defining the desired style of play.