Former India opener Aakash Chopra has raised concerns over team management's selection policy after Shreyas Iyer disclosed his last-minute inclusion in the playing XI for the first ODI against England in Nagpur. Selection controversy Iyer, who emerged as India's standout middle-order batter in the 2023 World Cup with over 500 runs at number four, revealed he was only drafted into the team following Virat Kohli's late withdrawal due to a knee injury. The disclosure has sparked debate about India's selection strategy. Late-night call-up The middle-order specialist was watching a film when captain Rohit Sharma informed him about his possible inclusion. Iyer's subsequent performance, a match-winning 59 off just 36 deliveries, helped India successfully chase down England's target of 249 with significant ease. Chopra criticises Team India's selection strategy Taking to social media platform X, Chopra expressed bewilderment at the initial decision to exclude Iyer. The former India opener questioned the logic behind potentially benching a player who had excelled at number four during the World Cup, while also raising queries about the planned batting order had Kohli been fit. Impact performance Despite the unexpected call-up, Iyer demonstrated his value with a counter-attacking innings that included nine boundaries and two sixes. His intervention proved crucial after India's shaky start at 19 for two, ultimately steering the team to victory with 68 balls remaining. Previous experience Iyer drew parallels between this situation and his experience during last year's Asia Cup, where injury had cost him his place. His ability to stay prepared despite uncertainty about selection paid dividends in Nagpur. The revelation has intensified discussions about India's middle-order composition and selection policies, with Chopra's comments highlighting the broader debate about team management's decision-making process.Original Article