'What did I do wrong?': Ex-India star reveals how being dropped from team pushed him into depression
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The story shows how being dropped from a national team can lead to severe depression, highlighting the mental health challenges elite athletes face.
Amit Mishra faced significant challenges after being excluded from the Indian cricket team for an extended period. He battled depression for 18 months, questioning his performance while continuing to play. A conversation with a selector helped him realize he needed to improve his domestic performance to succeed. After reflecting on his situation, he managed to return to the Indian team in 2008.
In Indian cricket, selection for the national side depends heavily on players' performance in domestic competitions, and being omitted can have career‑and personal‑impact consequences.
- •How Mishra’s performance in upcoming domestic matches influences future national selection
- •Any statements from the cricket board or selectors about mental‑health support for players
- •Potential changes in selection criteria or support programs for dropped players