Ravichandran Ashwin, a former Indian cricketer, has expressed strong opposition to the proposal of forming two separate T20I teams for India. He believes that the national cap, which symbolizes pride and respect, should not be handed out indiscriminately, especially for matches against weaker teams. Ashwin suggests that instead of creating a second-string team, emerging players should gain experience through India 'A' tours, which could also be televised to engage fans. He emphasized the significance of representing India in front of its supporters and the need to maintain the value of the national cap. Looking ahead, India has a packed schedule of T20 matches, including series against Afghanistan, Ireland, England, Zimbabwe, and the West Indies, leading up to the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup.