Overview

• The Tamil Nadu Cricket Association granted the 34-year-old an NOC, ending his 13-year stint with the state side.
• Shankar said he was repeatedly dropped across Ranji Trophy, Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and the Buchi Babu tournament despite performing well.
• He remarked that he "can't just sit out and give water" and said coach M. Senthilnathan conveyed the selectors' thinking to him.
• Tripura expect him to line up alongside fellow professionals Hanuma Vihari and Swapnil Singh in the upcoming domestic season.
• Tamil Nadu selectors, including chairman K. Vasudevadas, have not offered a detailed public response to his criticisms.