“Indian Cricket Team Currently in Sri Lanka, Preparing for Intense Clash Against Pakistan in Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 Stage; Disappointment Looms as Sanju Samson Sent Home”
Cricket Showdown in Colombo
Whenever India and Pakistan face off on any cricket field, the anticipation among fans reaches a fever at its peak. Now, such an atmosphere is set to prevail on Sunday, September 10. While India and Pakistan may not be playing, cricket enthusiasts from around the world are eagerly waiting to witness this match. Prior to this showdown, wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson has been sent home. In the midst of the Asia Cup, Sanju was included as a replacement player. Initially, he did not get a chance to join the squad in the first two matches. Now, he has been called to India. Indeed, due to unfortunate circumstances, Rahul, who was with the squad in Sri Lanka earlier, could not travel. Now, he has joined the squad. In such a situation, a decision has been made to send Samson back home.
BCCI Officials’ Second Thoughts
A BCCI official has reportedly given a second thought to this news. According to Inside Sport, it has been mentioned by insiders that KL Rahul joined the squad, and now Sanju Samson has been sent back as a replacement player. Samson has been separated from the squad because he was travelling with them as a standby player. It is noted that Samson has not found a spot in the squad even for the upcoming World Cup.
Rain Threat Looms
The India-Pakistan match scheduled for September 10th is also under the threat of rain. However, for this match, a reserve day has been kept. This is a reassuring provision. In the Super 4 stage, the final showdown between these two teams remained uncertain due to persistent rain. The match is set to begin at 3 PM according to Indian Standard Time.
