Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan has voiced significant frustration regarding the recent selection decisions made by the national cricket board, specifically focusing on the omission of Auqib Nabi. Pathan took to public platforms to express his dissatisfaction, stating clearly that he failed to understand the logic or the process behind the selectors' decision-making regarding Nabi.

While Pathan’s comments highlight a growing tension between former players and the current selection panel, the specific reasoning provided by the selectors for Nabi's exclusion remains unaddressed in the report. Pathan’s critique centers on the transparency and consistency of the selection process, suggesting that talented players like Nabi are being overlooked without clear justification. The incident underscores a recurring debate in Indian cricket regarding how players are evaluated and selected for national squads, with Pathan positioning himself as a critic of the current administrative approach. As of now, the selection committee has not issued a formal response to Pathan's public remarks, leaving the controversy to play out primarily through media commentary and social discourse.