“I didn’t understand the logic” - Kris Srikkanth slams Indian team management for poor decisions in Perth ODI

Kris Srikkanth slams India's team management following the Perth ODI loss, questioning the "illogical" decision to drop Kuldeep Yadav and the controversial move to promote Axar Patel in the batting order.

By Jack 21 Oct 2025 in Cricket

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Former Indian cricketer Kris Srikkanth has slammed the Indian team management for a poor team combination in the first ODI against Australia at the Perth Stadium on Sunday, October 19, as India started the three-match series on a losing note.

Speaking on his YouTube channel, Srikkanth has suggested that the Indian team include the wicket-taking bowler Kuldeep Yadav in the playing XI, adding that three spinners, including Kuldeep, Axar Patel, and Washington Sundar, to be a part of the XI in the second ODI.

“Who gave them crucial breakthroughs apart from Starc and Hazelwood? It was Kuhnemann. Axar also took an important wicket for us. The spinners had done a good job," Srikkanth said on his YouTube channel.

“They would always do a better job. Wrist-spinners are potential match winners. I didn’t understand the logic behind why they dropped Kuldeep. I would still play Kuldeep, Washington and Axar," he added.

Furthermore, the World Cup-winning member also highlighted Kuldeep Yadav's performances, including the Asia Cup, and in the recent Test series against the West Indies. Additionally, he also didn’t like India’s decision to go ahead with eight batters.

“He is bowling so well in Tests; he bowled so well in the Asia Cup. He has played well in T20s, and you say things like on Australian wickets, the ball doesn’t turn, so we aren’t playing Kuldeep Yadav," Srikkanth said.

“It is a dangerous statement and I don’t understand this. Forget the combination and eight batters. Go for the best players and the best team. How many runs can a number eight batter get you anyway?” he concluded.

Team India will lock horns with Australia in the second ODI at Adelaide Oval on Thursday, October 23. The third and final ODI will be played at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Saturday, October 25.

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