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Sanju Samson`s absence may cost him a Champions Trophy spot, while Shubman Gill`s rise continues to dominate discussions.

Sanju Samson`s absence from the Vijay Hazare Trophy has likely jeopardized his chances of making the Indian squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy. With Shubman Gill`s significant promotion, Yashasvi Jaiswal is expected to remain on the sidelines, as former India batting coach Harbhajan Singh noted that replacing Gill is not a viable option at this stage.

Rohit Sharma recently addressed fans at the Wankhede Stadium, celebrating the venue`s 50th anniversary and expressing his ambition to reclaim the Champions Trophy for the iconic ground. However, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) faces criticism for selecting bowlers who can bat, such as Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, and Washington Sundar, raising questions about the effectiveness of this strategy.

The omission of Mohammed Siraj from the ODI squad has highlighted India`s uncertainty regarding their batting lineup, especially with all matches set to take place in Dubai. Suresh Raina praised Rohit Sharma for identifying Shubman Gill as a future superstar of Indian cricket and a potential successor to his captaincy.

In other developments, an Indian pacer expressed frustration over being overlooked during the 2025 Indian Premier League auction. Meanwhile, Shakib Al Hasan faces legal troubles in Bangladesh, with an arrest warrant issued against him due to a financial default involving a dishonored cheque. For more details, visit latest updates and match details.

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