Searching for Selection Day Season 2? Here’s the truth: Netflix’s Indian cricket drama concluded after 12 episodes across two parts (2018-2019). What many called Part 2 was actually the second half of Season 1.
Selection Day – Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Part 1 Release | December 28, 2018 |
| Part 2 Release | April 19, 2019 |
| Total Episodes | 12 (split into 2 parts of 6 each) |
| Based On | Aravind Adiga’s 2016 novel |
| Producers | Anil Kapoor, Anand Tucker |
| Lead Cast | Mohammad Samad, Yash Dholye, Rajesh Tailang |
| IMDb Rating | 7.2/10 |
| Status | Ended (No Season 2) |
What Was Selection Day About?
This sports drama follows brothers Manju (Mohammad Samad) and Radha (Yash Dholye), raised by cricket-obsessed father Mohan (Rajesh Tailang) to reach Mumbai’s Under-19 team. When 14-year-old Manju—who loves science—meets his brother’s rival, his worldview shifts. The story explores dreams, family pressure, and identity in competitive cricket culture.
The Season 2 Confusion
In 2019, reports claimed Netflix renewed for “Season 2 (Parts 3 & 4).” This never happened. Netflix split 12 episodes into two parts—Part 1 (episodes 1-6, December 2018) and Part 2 (episodes 7-12, April 2019). Outlets mistakenly labeled Part 2 as “Season 2.”
Why It Ended
The show adapted Aravind Adiga’s complete novel with a definitive ending. Netflix treated it as a limited series—common for book adaptations. Reviews praised it as “better than the book,” but viewership likely didn’t justify continuation beyond the source material.
Where to Watch & Legacy
All 12 episodes remain streaming on Netflix globally. The series offers authentic cricket culture and family dynamics, beautifully captured by director Udayan Prasad. As Netflix’s third Indian original after Sacred Games and Ghoul, it helped establish the streamer’s regional content credibility.
