'There are better players than Dinesh Karthik': Sourav Ganguly's no-nonsense take on DK's selection

Ahe of Team India's squ selection for ICC T20 World Cup 2024, re were striking assertions that Dinesh Karthik once again could make cut. However, his name did not appear in 15-member unit that was announced by Ajit Agarkar and Rohit Sharma on April 30, 2024. Selectors zeroed in on Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson as two wicket-keeper options in place of Karthik for upcoming marquee tournament. 

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Sourav Ganguly deems Dinesh Karthik's snub as a right decision by selectors

Since IPL 2024 was touted as grand audition for ICC T20 World Cup 2024, Dinesh Karthik's name was getting leeway from performances he was putting in for RCB. Despite that, decision-makers snubbed him from side, sparking varied opinions on social media and different forums. Polarising views on Dinesh Karthik's omission from World Cup side have been developed, and now to give balance to one side, former BCCI president Sourav Ganguly has weighed in on subject.

Recently, Dinesh Karthik h expressed his desire to return to Indian side in context of T20 World Cup, but Ganguly said selectors me right choice by selecting Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson as wicketkeeper batters.

“Dinesh played well but re are better players than Dinesh. I don’t think you can leave Sanju or Rishabh out. re are better players than Dinesh Karthik at moment,” Ganguly told PTI here on sidelines of a promotional event.

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Dinesh Karthik could still be present at T20 World Cup

Dinesh Karthik was a part of India side that played in ICC T20 World Cup 2022. He was an active member of playing XI during group stage of tournament but on big stage in semi-final against England, he was replaced by Rishabh Pant. Ever since n, Dinesh Karthik hasn't received any India call-up. So, is it end of ro for DK on international stage? While he may not be a part of Team India for World Cup, he could still be present in USA and West Indies. He might be seen holding a mic doing commentary.