‘Why is it always him?’: Fans react to selectors’ decision to pick Rishabh Pant over Sanju Samson in India’s Champions Trophy squad.
In a decision that caused much debate among cricket fans, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) It was revealed on Saturday (January 18). Rishabh Pant selected in Indian team for upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025. This was revealed during a press conference given by the Chief Elector. Ajit Agarkar and Indian captain Rohit Sharmawhere the tournament team was announced.
Fans expressed their displeasure at the exclusion of Sanju Samson
The decision to favor Pant, who has faced criticism for his inconsistent performances in recent matches, has sparked outrage among fans on social media. Many have taken to the likes of X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram, asking why pants continue to be preferred Sanju SamsonAmazing form in white-ball cricket.
one fan tweeted. “Why always him? Another wrote: “Sanju is not there Samson In the Champions Trophy. You have to feel bad for Sanju. You chose Pant based on bias”
Sanju Samson is absent from the Champions Trophy.
You have to feel bad for Sanju. They chose pant based on bias. 💔 pic.twitter.com/RK5zW144ry
— Kunal Yadav (@Kunal_KLR) January 18, 2025
Ever since Gautam Gambhir tweeted about him, he forgot about Sanju Samson.
Sanju Samson is 10 times more white ball WK batsman than Rishabh Pant.Unfortunately, Sanju doesn’t have a PR team like Rishabh Pant. #Sanjusamson pic.twitter.com/Da5bFPVwEK
— Satya Prakash (@_SatyaPrakash08) January 18, 2025
Despite Sanju Samson’s match winning score of 57 in the last ODI, he has dropped 3 100s from CT in the last 5 T20i’s but Pant has been consistently losing, another prime example of how PR can save you without performance.
to be ashamed @ImRo45@imaAagakarkar pic.twitter.com/FHlQjFxdSo
– Rosh🧢 (@samson_zype) January 18, 2025
Samson was in sensational form, but Pant did not deliver consistently. Samson’s exclusion is particularly controversial given his performance in white-ball cricket leading up to his selection.
Sanju Samson, who is playing in this ODI team without any performance, does not have the strong PR and Mumbai lobby backing like Rishabh Pant.
Sanju Samson deserves better 🙂💔
– Kohlify_18 (@18_kohlify) January 18, 2025
The Indian team will compete in the 2025 Champions Trophy
India are about to start their ICC Champions Trophy campaign. Bangladesh On February 20, followed by the most anticipated conflict Pakistan On February 23. Especially considering the scrutiny expected from fans and experts, Pant will be under pressure to perform well and justify his selection.
