Sanju Samson Ireland cricket: After being snubbed by the Indian team time and again, Cricket Ireland have offered Sanju Samson a chance at international cricket. The Kerala-born keeper-batsman was approached by Ireland to feature for them in international cricket with a guarantee of featuring in all games. Despite making his debut in 2015, Samson has featured in only 27 games across formats. Most of those games came in 2022. Follow Indian cricket live updates on Insidesport.IN
Sanju Samson Ireland Cricket: SNUBBED by India selectors, Sanju Samson gets OFFER from Ireland Cricket to represent country, Check Details
As per a Malayalam Manorama report, Cricket Ireland stepped in to offer Sanju Samson a chance at international cricket. The Kerala-born star was ignored for the Asia Cup, the T20 World Cup and the tour of Bangladesh. Despite some fine performances since his return, Samson continues to be overlooked by the national team selectors.
Reports suggest Cricket Ireland promised Sanju, he would feature in all games should he shift allegiances. The Irish side expressed their interest as they hunt for a skipper cum batter. The 28-year-old led Rajasthan Royals to their first IPL final since 2008 earlier this year.
Sanju Samson Ireland Cricket: SNUBBED by India selectors, Sanju Samson gets OFFER from Ireland Cricket to represent country, Check Details
If Samson took up offer, the Kerala-born batsman would have to retire from the IPL and all forms of Indian cricket. Former U19 WC captain Unmukt Chand took a similar route and is now plying his trade in the US.
However, Sanju reportedly declined the offer. While he expressed gratitude to Ireland for considering him, Samson said he could play only for India and could never imagine playing cricket representing another country.
Meanwhile, the 28-year-old recently signed up for the first two games of Kerala’s Ranji Trophy games. It marks his return to red-ball cricket after three years. Samson is however expected to make a comeback into the Indian team in January for the series against SriLanka. While a spot in the XI is not guaranteed, he is certainly in the mix in the T20s with India opting for a rejig under Hardik Pandya.
Sanju Samson Ireland Cricket: SNUBBED by India selectors, Sanju Samson gets OFFER from Ireland Cricket to represent country, Check Details
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