Rishabh Pant Over Sanju Samson? Aakash Chopra Calls Him a 'Generational Talent' for Champions Trophy 2025

Former cricketer Aakash Chopra has backed Rishabh Pant over Sanju Samson for India's 2025 Champions Trophy squad, calling Pant a "generational talent." He emphasized Pant's proven Test performances and urged selectors to prioritize his inclusion despite limited white-ball exposure. Chopra also questioned Samson's absence from Kerala’s Vijay Hazare Trophy squad, suggesting it could hurt his selection chances. Meanwhile, former spinner Harbhajan Singh believes Samson could still be preferred. The debate over India's wicketkeeping options continues as the BCCI finalizes the squad.

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