Sanju Samson’s omission from the India Champions Trophy squad announced on Saturday has drawn a lot of ire. His absence from Kerala’s VHT squad is believed to be one of the reasons why he was overlooked by the Ajit Agarkar-led selection panel.

Suresh Raina was not happy with India's decision to omit a 34-year-old star from their Champions Trophy squad after he played in the 2023 World Cup. Raina remains among the best white-ball batters India has produced.

Despite his impressive T20I form, Samson was overlooked in favor of KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant as wicketkeeping options

George, a former BCCI joint-secretary, also said that he was contacted by BCCI COO Hemang Amin before the Champions Trophy selection on Saturday morning about Sanju Samson's absence from the Vijay Hazare Trophy tournament.

The BCCI held a press conference in Mumbai on Saturday, where chief selector Ajit Agarkar and captain Rohit Sharma announced the 15-member squad for the eight-team tournament.

Rishabh Pant's selection over Sanju Samson for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 sparks debate. Despite Samson's 50+ average in ODIs, why was Pant chosen instead?

Sanju Samson hasn't played a single 50-over game in 2024. His last ODI for India came in 2023 against South Africa.

India's squad for Champions Trophy announced. Shubman Gill named vice-captain. Jasprit Bumrah included, but his participation is 'subject to fitness.'

Shubman Gill has been named vice-captain for the ODI series against England and the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Jasprit Bumrah's participation is subject to fitness.