India ODI World Cup Squad: Why is Sanju Samson not playing ICC ODI Cricket World Cup 2023?

The talented Indian cricketer known for his explosive batting and wicket-keeping skills, Sanju Samson has been left out of the ODI World Cup 2023 squad. The selectors have chosen KL Rahul and Ishan Kishan as the wicket-keeping options for the mega cricketing event. This decision has left fans and cricket enthusiasts across the country bemused and pondering the rationale behind Samson’s omission.

Why is Sanju Samson not playing ICC ODI Cricket World Cup 2023?

Sanju Samson, who has been in and out of the Indian squad over the past few years, had displayed glimpses of his potential during his international outings. He was often seen as a promising option for the wicket-keeper-batsman role, especially in the limited-overs formats. However, despite his talent and occasional brilliant performances, Samson has struggled to cement his place in the team.

KL Rahul has been a consistent performer for India and has proved his mettle both as an opener and a middle-order batsman, although he is coming back from the injury. Ishan Kishan, on the other hand, is a rising star in Indian cricket, known for his aggressive batting style and ability to adapt to different formats.

The omission of Samson has led to questions regarding the selection process and the criteria used by the selectors. Fans have expressed their surprise and disappointment on social media platforms, with many believing that Samson deserved a chance on the World Cup stage.

Sanju Samson Last 10 ODI Match Performance

India ODI World Cup Squad

Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav.