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Sanjay Manjrekar questions IPL youngsters' smooth shift to Test cricket
✍️ India Today
🗓 20 Aug 2026, 08:39 PM
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Former cricketer and commentator Sanjay Manjrekar expressed surprise at how quickly IPL‑bred players are adapting to the demands of Test cricket.
Sanjay Manjrekar, a former India batsman and television analyst, said he is puzzled by the ease with which the new generation of cricketers, nurtured through the Indian Premier League, are making the transition to the longest format of the game.
He pointed out that historically IPL success did not automatically translate into Test proficiency, yet recent debutants from the league have secured Test caps and performed competently, indicating a shift in preparation and skill development.
Manjrekar made these remarks during an interview with India Today, where he was asked about the evolving talent pipeline. He urged coaches and selectors to continue emphasizing the technical and mental attributes essential for Test cricket.
His observations add to the ongoing debate about the impact of franchise cricket on the national side, as administrators monitor how the IPL pathway influences the composition of India's Test squad.
He pointed out that historically IPL success did not automatically translate into Test proficiency, yet recent debutants from the league have secured Test caps and performed competently, indicating a shift in preparation and skill development.
Manjrekar made these remarks during an interview with India Today, where he was asked about the evolving talent pipeline. He urged coaches and selectors to continue emphasizing the technical and mental attributes essential for Test cricket.
His observations add to the ongoing debate about the impact of franchise cricket on the national side, as administrators monitor how the IPL pathway influences the composition of India's Test squad.