Samson discusses pressure of Sooryavanshi selection after T20I win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 3:35 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Sanju Samson addressed the ongoing selection pressure regarding Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after scoring 57 off 22 balls in India's recent T20I against Afghanistan. The wicketkeeper-batter emphasized the importance of communication within the leadership group, acknowledging the challenging decisions made by Gautam Gambhir. Following his impressive performance, the selection debate surrounding his position has quieted. India continues its series with a final T20I on Thursday.
- •Samson scored 57 runs in the second T20I against Afghanistan.
- •He discussed the selection dynamics involving 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
- •Samson highlighted the importance of communication with head coach Gautam Gambhir.
- •India aims to secure the series in the final T20I on Thursday.
- 3:35 AMYahoo Sports — 'Not easy running Indian team!': Sanju Samson breaks silence on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi selection heat and tough leadership calls
"Sanju Samson opened up on selection dynamics and pressure from 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, backing Gautam Gambhir and the leadership group's tough calls.
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