'There was no communication': Ajinkya Rahane's strong message to selectors; says India needed him in Australia

NEW DELHI: Veteran batter Ajinkya Rahane made a compelling statement on Sunday after a commanding 159 for Mumbai against Chhattisgarh in the Ranji Trophy , voicing his disappointment over being overlooked for India's 2024-25 tour to Australia. At 37, Rahane stressed that age should never be a criterion for national selection and highlighted how his experience could have benefited the team during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, which India lost 1-3. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! “Age is just a number. It's about the intent. It's about the passion for red-ball cricket and the hard work you put in the middle,” Rahane said. Citing the example of Australian great Michael Hussey, who made a late Test debut yet delivered heavily, Rahane added, “Experienc