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Kapil Dev Blames White‑Ball Schedule for India’s Struggles vs. SP
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 12 Aug 2026, 10:19 AM
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Former captain Kapil Dev has criticised the heavy white‑ball schedule, saying it is to blame for India’s poor performance against SP.
Former India captain Kapil Dev has publicly criticised the country’s white‑ball cricket calendar, claiming it is the main reason behind India’s recent struggles against SP.
In a statement released earlier today, Dev pointed out that India is playing an excessive number of Twenty‑20 and One‑Day Internationals, which he believes is over‑taxing the players.
He specifically linked this congested schedule to the team’s underwhelming performances against SP, suggesting that the lack of rest and recovery is affecting on‑field results.
Dev’s comments come as India seeks to rebuild its white‑ball side after a series of disappointing outings, and his remarks add to the growing debate over how best to balance the demands of modern cricket.
In a statement released earlier today, Dev pointed out that India is playing an excessive number of Twenty‑20 and One‑Day Internationals, which he believes is over‑taxing the players.
He specifically linked this congested schedule to the team’s underwhelming performances against SP, suggesting that the lack of rest and recovery is affecting on‑field results.
Dev’s comments come as India seeks to rebuild its white‑ball side after a series of disappointing outings, and his remarks add to the growing debate over how best to balance the demands of modern cricket.