• Sanju Samson didn't find a place in India's ODI squad for the Australia series.

  • Samson has a batting average of more than 55 in 50-overs cricket.

IND vs AUS 2023: Sanju Samson’s omission from India’s ODI squad causes social media outrage
Irfan Pathan, Sanju Samson (Photo Source: Twitter)

On Tuesday evening, India have revealed their 17-man squad for the upcoming th❀ree-match ODI♒ series against Australia, setting the ♔stage for a ꦆthrilling prelude to the highly anticipated World Cup.

In an announcement that featured no significant surprises, it was confirmed that Sanju Samson, the backup wicket-keeper who accompanied the Iꦏndian team to the Asꦉia Cup, has been dropped from the ODI squad.

“If I’m in place of Sanju Samson right now, I will be very disappointed”: Irfan Pathan

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan expressed his reaction to Samson’s omission, highlighting that if he were in Samson’s shoes, he would be deeply disappointed to miss out on selection.

Notably, the squad includes the names of promising young talents Tilak Varma and Ruturaj Gaikwad,🌄 who have secured their positions a🐷head of Samson.

Samson’s absence from India’s ODI squad has sparked disappointment among numerous fans and cricket enthusiasts. The versatile and talented batter boasts an impressive average of over 55 in ODIs, yet he has never enjoyed a consistent opportunity to establish himself within the side.

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It’s no secret that Samson boasts a substantial fan following, and disappointment invariably sets in when he doesn’t make the cut in the Indian side. Such occurrences have taken place on previous occasions as well.

Here’s how Twitter reacted to Samson’s omission:

Meanwhile, the upcoming ODI series between India and Australia holds immense significance as🌊 it offers players of both teams an opportunity to cement their position and gain momentum before the prestigious World Cup campaign.

Also READ: Chief selector Ajit Aga🧸rkar picks Team India’s ‘Trump Card’ for the ODI World Cup 2023

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