'I want to play World Cup but the coach and selectors...': Jadeja breaks silence on being dropped from India's ODI squad
While speaking to reporters after stumps on Day 2 of the second Test against West Indies, Jadeja revealed that selectors spoke to him about the Australia tour.Jadeja also made it clear that he harbours the dream of making a trip to South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe for the 2027 ODI World Cup. The 36-year-old was a part of India's squad for the 2023 edition, where India fell short at the final hurdle against Australia at the Narendra Modi Stadium.“It is not in my hands. I want to play, but at the end of the day, it's all about the thinking of the captain, coach, selector and the management. They must have a reason behind not keeping me in the team for the Australia ODIs. They spoke to me, it is not like that I was given a surprise. I didn't find out about it at the time of the squad announcement,” said Jadeja.Also Read: 'Ravindra Jadeja doesn't have too many people to talk to in Indian team; happened to me when Pujara retired'“The captain, coach and selectors spoke to me about their rationale. I am happy about it. Whenever I get the chance next, I will try to do what I can. There are numerous ODIs before the World Cup; if I get a chance and perform well, it would be beneficial for Indian cricket,” he added.'To win the World Cup is a dream'Jadeja also spoke about missing out on the 2023 World Cup, saying he has a dream of lifting the trophy when the next edition of the tournament comes along.“To win the World Cup is a dream for everyone. Last time, we fell short at the final hurdle. Hopefully, the aim would be to go one step ahead,” said Jadeja.The experienced all-rounder has played 204 ODIs so far, scoring 2806 runs. With the ball, he has also taken 231 wickets.Speaking of Jadeja, the left-arm spinner took three wickets on the second day of the second Test against the West Indies, as the visitors reached the score of 140/4 at stumps, still trailing by 378 runs.
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