No Sunil Chhetri in Khalid Jamil's India probables for CAFA Nations Cup

A huge stir erupted on social media after India's talisman, Sunil Chhetri, was not present in the 35-man probable list for the upcoming CAFA Nations Cup. The newly appointed head coach, Khalid Jamil, is facing a lot of flak on social media for leaving out the 40-year-old, who came out of international retirement earlier this year. However, on Sunday, Jamil put an end to all speculations, breaking his silence on the entire matter.

Sunil Chhetri wasn't picked in the 35 probable list for CAFA Nations Cup (AFP)

The coach stated that the major reason for leaving Chhetri out was to try out a few younger players. He also stated that he had a word with the striker before leaving the Bengaluru FC star off the list.

22 players out of 35 have already assembled in Bengaluru for the training camp. The rest of the 13 will arrive once their commitments for the Durand Cup are concluded.