Shreyas Iyer dropped from Asia Cup 2025 squad. Pakistan’s Basit Ali adds salt to wounds with his comments. Drama, cricket & controversy!
“When you’re already hurt and someone sprinkles salt on the wound… that’s exactly what Pakistan just did! 😅”
Yes, you heard it right. Team India’s talented middle-order batsman Shreyas Iyer got axed from the Asia Cup 2025 squad, and just when Indian fans were still digesting this heartbreak, our cricket-loving neighbor Pakistan decided to stir the pot with a spicy statement. Basit Ali, former Pakistan cricketer, sprinkled masala on the already sizzling tandoor.
India’s Shocking Decision
The Asia Cup 2025 squad announcement turned into a thunderstorm. Ajit Agarkar, India’s Chief Selector, revealed that Shreyas Iyer didn’t make the cut. The reason? “Team combination issues.”
Translation: “Beta, jagah hi nahi hai!”
Fans, of course, weren’t buying this. After all, Iyer had delivered solid performances in IPL 2025 with 604 runs in just 17 matches at a strike rate of 175+. Six half-centuries, one near-century, and still—bye-bye squad!
Naturally, Twitter (sorry, X 😎) went into meltdown mode. Hashtags like #JusticeForIyer and #AgarkarExplain started trending.
Enter Pakistan – The Salt Factory
Now, if there’s drama in Indian cricket, Pakistan can’t resist commenting. Basit Ali, known for his bold opinions, went full Bollywood villain mode.
He said:
- “If Shreyas Iyer was in Pakistan, he would be in A-category. India has been too harsh on him.”
- He even added that players like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Mohammed Siraj, and Mohammed Shami would be treated like superstars in Pakistan.
Ouch! That’s like telling someone, “Tumhari kadar hum karte, apne ghar wale nahi.”
Of course, Basit also threw in another twist: “Sri Lanka can give India a real fight in the Asia Cup. Pakistan? Maybe not as much.”
Indian Fans React – Anger, Memes, and More
Indian cricket fans are a special breed. Basit Ali’s statement was like adding mirchi to their already burning mood.
Some reactions spotted online:
- “Basit Ali should focus on Pakistan’s own middle order instead of giving us free consultancy.”
- “Next time, let’s ask Basit bhai to announce our team too.”
- “Bro, IPL में 600 रन मारने के बाद भी बाहर बैठे हैं… और पाकिस्तानी कह रहे हैं superstar banate. Wah BCCI!”
Memes flooded the internet—some showing Shreyas in Pakistan jersey, others mocking selectors with dialogues from Bollywood classics like “Mogambo khush nahi hua.”
The Numbers Game – Why Iyer’s Case is Strong
Let’s pause the masala and check the actual stats.
- IPL 2025: 604 runs, avg. 50.33, strike rate 175+
- Best Score: 97
- Six Half-Centuries in just one season
For context, most Indian middle-order batters didn’t even cross 400 runs. Clearly, Iyer had the numbers. Which brings us to the million-dollar question: Why was he dropped?
Agarkar’s explanation? “Team balance.” Fans’ interpretation? “Politics.”
Basit Ali’s Hidden Agenda?
Basit Ali has a history of making headlines with controversial remarks. Some experts feel his comment was a deliberate attempt to:
- Create cracks in Indian fans’ faith in BCCI.
- Divert attention from Pakistan’s own squad issues.
- Add spice before the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup clash on September 14 in Dubai.
Because let’s face it—India vs Pakistan is less cricket, more Mahabharat. And such statements just build the hype.
The Sri Lanka Factor
Interestingly, Basit Ali didn’t just stop at praising Iyer. He also said Sri Lanka could be India’s real challenge in Asia Cup 2025.
Translation: “Pakistan ka toh main khud bharosa nahi karta, but Sri Lanka will give you tough time.”
To be fair, Sri Lanka has improved. Their bowling attack is fiery, their youngsters fearless. But hearing it from a Pakistani? Double salt on wound.
Fans’ Emotional Connection with Iyer
What makes Shreyas Iyer’s exclusion so controversial is his fan following. He’s stylish, aggressive, and brings Mumbai ka tapori swag into his batting. Fans see him as the next big middle-order pillar after Virat and Rohit.
So when selectors ignore him despite IPL heroics, fans feel betrayed. Add Basit Ali’s “If he were ours, he’d be a superstar” taunt, and emotions overflow.
India’s Asia Cup Schedule
For those keeping score, here’s Team India’s Asia Cup 2025 roadmap:
- 10 September: India vs UAE, Dubai
- 14 September: India vs Pakistan, Dubai
- 19 September: India vs Oman, Muscat
Everyone knows—it’s the 14th September clash with Pakistan that matters. And trust me, memes about “Basit Ali commentary” are already being drafted by netizens.
India dropped Shreyas Iyer… Pakistan picked up the gossip rights!. 😂
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