Kuldeep Yadav's cricket career faces uncertainty after limited opportunities and exclusion in Tests and County matches

Kuldeep Yadav's cricket career under serious challenges.

Kuldeep Yadav, an experienced left-arm spinner, is currently facing a tough phase in his cricket career. Despite showing potential and delivering strong performances in the past, he has struggled with limited chances both in international and county cricket. Recently, Kuldeep was left out of India's second Test match against Sri Lanka and only bowled 25 overs in the first match. Currently playing county cricket for Yorkshire, he failed to bowl a single over in a match against Surrey at the Kia Oval, which was a pitch favoring fast bowlers. This lack of opportunity raises questions about his future in cricket.

Over his 9-year international career, Kuldeep has played just 19 Test matches with frequent rotation and exclusion from the Indian team in various series. Despite several good performances that highlighted his skills, inconsistency in selection has hampered his progress. These ongoing challenges reflect a frustrating pattern where Kuldeep is unable to secure a consistent place in the team, both at home and abroad.