Sanju Samson Likely to Miss Out on ODI Squad Against Afghanistan
Sanju Samson To Be Ignored For Afghanistan ODIs? Report Makes Huge Claim
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India is preparing to face Afghanistan in a one-off Test and three ODIs starting June 6, 2026. Reports suggest Shubman Gill will lead the team, with KL Rahul as the first-choice wicketkeeper, potentially sidelining Sanju Samson. Ishan Kishan's strong recent performances may earn him a spot in the squad.
- 01Shubman Gill is expected to captain the Indian team against Afghanistan.
- 02KL Rahul is likely to be the primary wicketkeeper, with Ishan Kishan as the second option.
- 03Ishan Kishan has scored 420 runs in 12 IPL 2026 matches, averaging 35 with a strike rate of 185.84.
- 04Sanju Samson, who played a key role in India's T20 World Cup victory, may not be included in the ODI squad.
- 05The BCCI selection committee will announce the squads on May 19, 2026.
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India is set to host Afghanistan for a one-off Test and three One Day Internationals (ODIs) following the conclusion of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. The Test match will begin on June 6, 2026, in Mullanpur, with ODIs scheduled for June 14 in Dharamsala, June 17 in Lucknow, and June 20 in Chennai. Shubman Gill is anticipated to lead the Indian team, while KL Rahul is expected to be the first-choice wicketkeeper. Ishan Kishan, who has shown impressive form in the IPL, is likely to be the second wicketkeeping option, potentially pushing Sanju Samson out of the ODI squad. Kishan has been in exceptional form, scoring 420 runs in 12 matches at an average of 35 and a strike rate of 185.84, including four fifties. The BCCI selection committee plans to announce the squads on May 19, with preparations underway for the upcoming Test match and future tournaments, including the World Test Championship final and the 50-over World Cup in 2027.
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The selection of the ODI squad will directly affect players' careers and the team's performance in the upcoming matches.
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