Game Over? Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer Excluded From BCCI Contracts Sparks Memes On Social Media
Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan's exclusion from the BCCI's central contracts sparks a frenzy on the internet. Dive into the viral memes circulating!
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recently announced its annual contract list for the national team players, sparking mixed reactions among cricket enthusiasts.
One notable absence from the list was the names of promising talents Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan, leaving fans surprised and disappointed.
Both players have shown remarkable performances recently, with Iyer impressing with his batting prowess and leadership skills.
At the same time, Kishan made headlines with his explosive batting in limited-overs cricket.
Fans took to social media platforms to express their disbelief and frustration, albeit in a light-hearted manner, by flooding timelines with memes and witty remarks about the exclusion of these two young stars.
While some questioned the selection criteria, others used humor to cope with the disappointment.
The absence of Iyer and Kishan from the contract list has reignited debates about the transparency and fairness of BCCI's selection process, with supporters eagerly awaiting further clarification from the cricketing board.
What Did BCCI Do?
BCCI exclusion of Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan prompts fans to share memes | Image: X
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) unveiled its roster of annual player contracts for the 2023-24 term on Wednesday, February 28.
These contracts are effective from October 1, 2023, to September 30, 2024.
As anticipated, Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer faced repercussions for their absence from the Ranji Trophy.
Their non-participation in the prestigious domestic competition led to their exclusion from the contract list for the season.
BCCI clarified that not including Iyer and Kishan for this season's contracts was based on their non-involvement in the said tournament.
How Did The Internet React?
BCCI exclusion of Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan prompts fans to share memes | Image: Instagram
Supporters noticed the unfolding events and expressed discontent regarding the choice to penalize emerging talents.
They highlighted the unequal treatment of players by the BCCI, emphasizing favoritism towards certain individuals.
Their response included the dissemination of captivating memes to convey their sentiments. Below are a few noteworthy examples.
Excluded from Central contract#BCCI pic.twitter.com/CAsZir6Jrd
¡ª Rajabets ??? (@smileagainraja) February 28, 2024
Iyer and Ishan to Rohit rn:pic.twitter.com/FbFWdkhN1H
¡ª ?? ?????? (@RomanaRaza) February 28, 2024
and additionally bcci has asked rajat patidar to pay them back for last three matches
¡ª vishal dayama (@VishalDayama) February 28, 2024
ishan kishan had bcci central contract?
¡ª vishal dayama (@VishalDayama) February 28, 2024
KS Bharat coming to the dressing Room and celebrating after getting the contract while Ishan Kishan Shreyas Iyer and Dhruv Jurel didn¡¯t pic.twitter.com/CR0T54fxXI
¡ª ICT Fan (@Delphy06) February 28, 2024
BCCI Central Contract meme pic.twitter.com/jXoPTHjWU4
¡ª Raja Babu (@GaurangBhardwa1) February 28, 2024
¡ª Gagan?? (@1no_aalsi_) February 28, 2024
Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer right now pic.twitter.com/BFEMPfA5HQ
¡ª PrinCe (@Prince8bx) February 28, 2024
Shreyas Iyer, Yuzi Chahal and Dhana Shree outside BCCI headquarters. pic.twitter.com/S55ea1I2Nz
¡ª Sai Teja (@csaitheja) February 28, 2024
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