Several cricket analysts criticize India’s selection for the first ODI against England after Kuldeep Yadav is not picked in the playing XI. NDTV reports that former players Gautam Gambhir and Shubman Gill question the team’s composition, arguing that the choice does not adequately address India’s bowling needs for the match. The criticism is directed specifically at the decision to rely on Jasprit Bumrah rather than including Kuldeep Yadav, with analysts suggesting the left-arm wrist spin option could have strengthened the XI. The reporting notes that the omission draws negative reactions from multiple experts, who frame the selection as a mismatch with the requirements of the contest. The concerns focus on how the bowling attack is balanced and whether the absence of Kuldeep affects India’s ability to take wickets and manage different phases of the game. The outlets present the comments as differing opinions on tactical selection rather than reporting any on-field result.