Despite fantastic record, he didn’t have any opportunities,’ says Kuldeep Yadav’s childhood coach.

Kapil Dev Pandey, Kuldeep Yadav’s childhood coach, has criticized Virat Kohli for picking Axar Patel above his student only on the basis of his batting ability. In February of this year, Pandey complimented Rohit Sharma for putting Kuldeep back into India’s limited-overs lineup against the West Indies.

Kuldeep Yadav has been in top form for Delhi Capitals in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022. (DC). The 27-year-old left-arm wrist spinner has 17 scalps in nine matches in IPL 2022, including two four-wicket hauls, both against his former side Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). He has also received four Player of the Match honors.

Kuldeep got off to a good start for Team India, but he couldn’t keep the purple patch going. Under Virat Kohli‘s leadership, he ceased playing for India, but Rohit Sharma, who was named India’s full-time captain across all forms, pulled him back into the fold. Kapil Dev Pandey, Kuldeep’s childhood coach, complimented Rohit for believing in his student.

“Kuldeep delivered whenever captains put their faith in him. In tests, he has a strong track record. In ODIs, he has two hat tricks. He has a strong T20I track record. Despite this, he did not have enough opportunities. This is a complete shock. Because of Rohit Sharma, Kuldeep’s career is safe. Rohit is the driving force behind Kuldeep’s comeback.

He is an excellent leader who understands how to identify talent among a large group of players. Rohit phoned Kuldeep before of the IPL and offered him an opportunity (against the West Indies). Kuldeep also came through with two wickets “Kuldeep spoke to the Times of India about it.

While praising Rohit for Kuldeep’s comeback, Pandey chastised Kohli for not believing in his pupil, saying: “Kuldeep’s Yo-Yo Test and rehab reports were closely monitored by Rohit. Kuldeep’s rehabilitation regimen pleased Rohit. Kuldeep’s comeback should be ascribed to Rohit. Without the help of Rohit, Pant, and Ponting, he would not be where he is now.

Every captain has a unique approach to captaining and player selection. Under Virat, Kuldeep played a lot of cricket. Virat aspires to get experience on the side. He accompanied Ashwin and Jadeja. Because of Axar’s batting ability, he chose him above Kuldeep. A captain must have faith in his players.

Kuldeep is second in the Purple Cap standings in IPL 2022, behind only his long-time buddy Yuzvendra Chahal, who has 19 wickets in nine matches.