Riyan Parag’s Controversial Inclusion Over Sanju Samson

In a surprising turn of events, Riyan Parag has found himself in the spotlight after being picked for the playing XI in the first T20 against Sri Lanka, despite Sanju Samson‘s impressive half-century in his last match. This decision has left fans scratching their heads and expressing their frustrations online.

Samson, who was the top scorer with a solid performance against Zimbabwe just before this series, was expected to retain his spot. Instead, both he and Shivam Dube sat out, allowing Parag the chance to showcase his skills on the international stage. Unfortunately, fans weren’t too pleased with Parag’s performance, with many criticizing his batting.

As the game progressed, Parag arrived at the crease following Hardik Pandya‘s dismissal. He made an immediate attempt to make an impact by hitting a boundary off his second ball but ended up only scoring 7 runs off 6 balls before being caught out. This performance echoed his lackluster performances in the earlier matches against Zimbabwe, where he managed scores of 2 and 22 in two outings.

Fans couldn’t help but express their disappointment over Sanju Samson sitting on the bench. Many took to social media to voice their opinions, questioning why Parag and Rishabh Pant were chosen over Samson who had just hit a half-century.

In the meantime, Rishabh Pant, who played in place of Samson as a wicketkeeper, scored 49 runs off 33 balls but was also criticized for getting two lives before finally being dismissed. His slow start with only 20 runs from the first 23 balls added to the woes, affecting India’s scoring rate heavily.

The ongoing debates reflect how passionate fans can be about team selections, especially when it involves their favorite players. As Riyan Parag continues his journey with the Indian team, one thing is clear: the spotlight is firmly on him, and expectations are sky-high.