• BCCI have announced India's squad for the five-match T20I series against Australia.

  • Sanju Samson was the notable absentee in the 15-member squad.

‘Life is very hard’: Netizens recall Sanju Samson as India announces squad for Australia T20Is
Sanju Samson (Image source: Twitter)

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have revealed their 15-member Indian squad, set to participate in the imminent five-match T20I series against Australia, slated to commence on Thursday, October 23. In a strategic move, the leadership mantle for the Men in Blue has been entrusted to Suryakumar Yadav.

The squad’s composition reflects a blend of experience and youthful exuberance, with dynamic youngsters like Rinku Singh and Yashaswi Jaiswal successfully securing their positions in the team. However, the omission of seasoned wicket-keeper batter Sanju Samson has become a focal point of discussion among cricket enthusiasts, raising eyebrows and generating significant attention.

Sanju Samson’s T20I career

In his T20 International career, Samson has showcased his batting prowess across 21 innings, amassing 374 runs. The accomplished right-handed batter has one half-century to his credit. Notably, Samson’s aggressive style of play is evident in his impressive strike rate of 133.57, underlining his capability to accelerate the run rate when required.

Despite registering average statistics in the T20Is, Samson could have been a crucial asset for the team in the upcoming series owing to his unwavering consistency and stellar performances in domestic cricket. The 29-year-old’s ability to excel in the familiar conditions of Indian soil underscores his adaptability and potential match-winning contributions.

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Here’s how fans reacted:

Samson’s notable absence from the Indian cricket team for the forthcoming series has become the focal point of widespread discussions and passionate reactions across diverse social media platforms. Fans, cricket pundits, and enthusiasts have expressed their opinions, fuelling a virtual storm of conversations.

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