By In the wake of India’s grueling Test series in England, attention has turned to one particular star whose attitude since the England tour has become a focal point—especially after he found himself omitted from India’s Asia Cup 2025 squad. As expectations met with exclusion, pundits are now analyzing how his mindset may have affected selectors’ confidence in him.
Arshdeep Singh’s impatience during the England tour, revealed by his coach, has drawn focus after he failed to feature in the Asia Cup. While his swing bowling talent is undeniable, questions around mindset and composure appear to have influenced selectors. His omission echoes other surprise exclusions like Shreyas Iyer’s, highlighting how consistency and attitude remain critical in India’s competitive setup.
During the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, this player—Arshdeep Singh—came tantalizingly close to a Test debut in England. His coach, Gagandeep Singh, revealed candidly that the youngster “got impatient” due to repeated snubs from the playing XI, urging him instead to “wait for your time.” Gagandeep expressed his belief that “they should’ve played him in England because he’s a swing bowler and he’s tall, everything’s good,” underlining the palpable frustration that seemed to grow during the tour. NDTV Sports
Fast forward to the present, and Arshdeep—despite being a regular in India’s T20 setup—is looking on from the sidelines as the Asia Cup unfolds, having not been selected for a single match. His restlessness, first observed in England, now appears to be part of a broader narrative around his attitude and temperament—traits that have long been under scrutiny for players transitioning to the highest level. It seems the selectors may have had doubts over whether his mindset under pressure or in limbo would hold in a high-stakes tournament.
This scrutiny gains further context when contrasted with other high-profile exclusions. Shreyas Iyer, an experienced middle-order batter, also missed out on the Asia Cup squad. His absence “sparked backlash,” with even AB de Villiers commenting, “Who knows what is going on behind closed doors,” and lamenting that Iyer’s leadership and batting form would normally secure a spot. IndiatimesCricket Winner In a similar vein, former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali remarked that if Iyer (along with Yashasvi Jaiswal, Mohammed Siraj, and Mohammed Shami) were playing in Pakistan, they “would have certainly been included in the team,” hinting at a perceived undervaluation of these talents. The Times of India
While Iyer’s omission was broadly seen as a selection puzzle, Arshdeep’s case reads more like a cautionary tale—where raw ability alone isn’t enough if it’s not accompanied by the right mental approach. Selectors often weigh temperament and composure just as heavily as skill, especially in T20 cricket where small margins define outcomes.
That said, this “attitude since England” narrative isn’t all negative. It also underscores a perceived eagerness and hunger in Arshdeep—a young bowler who wants to prove himself at the highest level. In many ways, the frustration he displayed is a reflection of ambition. The question now is whether a more measured and patient approach, combined with consistent performances in domestic circuits like India A, can rebuild trust ahead of bigger series.
Indeed, the Asia Cup snub might be a wake-up call—a reminder that career momentum isn’t just about ability but also about demeanor and timing. For Arshdeep, the focus will now shift to how he bounces back—perhaps in domestic tournaments or India A assignments, where maturity in action and attitude might redefine selectors’ opinions.
Arshdeep Singh’s impatience during the England tour, revealed by his coach, has drawn focus after he failed to feature in the Asia Cup. While his swing bowling talent is undeniable, questions around mindset and composure appear to have influenced selectors. His omission echoes other surprise exclusions like Shreyas Iyer’s, highlighting how consistency and attitude remain critical in India’s competitive setup.
