League: ICC T20 World Cup Sport: Cricket Country: Global Category: Scores & Results

Manjrekar warns Samson of competition from Sooryavanshi after T20 loss

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 3:50 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Manjrekar warns Samson of competition from Sooryavanshi after T20 loss

Summary

Following India's 34-run loss to Ireland in the first T20I in Belfast on June 26, Sanjay Manjrekar cautioned Sanju Samson about competition for a starting spot. Youngster Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, has generated calls for his inclusion in the second match. While acknowledging Sooryavanshi's talent, Manjrekar indicated that the chase was challenging and emphasized current stability in the top batting order. Samson only scored five runs in the match, raising questions about his position heading into the final T20I on June 28.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•India lost the first T20I to Ireland by 34 runs.
•Samson scored only five runs, raising concerns about his form.
•Sooryavanshi is seen as a potential replacement for Samson.
•The second T20I is scheduled for June 28 in Belfast.
•Iyer captains the team as they adjust after the loss.

Latest Updates

3:50 PMYahoo Sports — 'Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is breathing down his neck': Manjrekar's blunt warning to Sanju Samson

What they're saying

"
Following India's T20I loss to Ireland, former player Sanjay Manjrekar warns Sanju Samson about the rising competition. With young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi on the horizon, Samson faces pressure to perform. While Sooryavanshi's talent is acknowledged, Manjrekar suggests he might not have single-handedly altered the game's outcome, emphasizing the difficulty of the chase and the current lack of openings at the top of the order.
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

ICC T20 World Cup Cricket