Kris Srikkanth questions India management over player selection disparities

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Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Kris Srikkanth questions India management over player selection disparities
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Kris Srikkanth criticized Team India's management for offering differing support to Abhishek Sharma compared to Sanju Samson. Following a poor performance from Sharma, who scored just 8 runs in the second T20I against Zimbabwe, Srikkanth questioned the decision to retain him despite his ongoing struggles, while Samson, named Player of the Tournament at the recent T20 World Cup, was dropped after three low scores. Srikkanth highlighted concerns over Sharma's approach and lack of consistent scoring, suggesting a need for a more thoughtful batting strategy. The debate underscores the complexities surrounding player selection criteria in international cricket.

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  • Abhishek Sharma scored 1 and 8 in the T20I series against Zimbabwe.
  • Sanju Samson was dropped after three low scores despite World Cup MVP honors.
  • Srikkanth urges Sharma to reconsider his batting approach.
  • India has a 2-0 lead in the T20I series with one match remaining.
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  • 10:30 AMYahoo Sports'Why not Samson?': Kris Srikkanth questions India team management's contrasting treatment of Abhishek Sharma and Sanju
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Former chief selector Kris Srikkanth questioned Team India management's contrasting backing of Abhishek Sharma over Sanju Samson despite inconsistent runs.

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