Sanju Samson prioritizes personal approach ahead of 2026 T20 World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 8:34 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Sanju Samson has expressed his intent to play cricket on his own terms as he prepares for the 2026 T20 World Cup. The wicketkeeper-batter, who scored three consecutive fifties during India's recent World Cup campaign, aims to step back from external pressures and focus on enjoying the game. After a dip in form that resulted in his exclusion from the Zimbabwe tour, he acknowledges his uncertain position. Reflecting on advice from Virat Kohli about discipline and lifestyle, Samson emphasizes the importance of personal growth and independence in his career. He is committed to contributing to the team while trusting his instincts.
- •Samson scored three fifties in the previous World Cup
- •Left out of Zimbabwe tour due to a form dip
- •Adopts a personal approach to batting and playing
- •Reflects on Kohli's advice about discipline
- •Focused on enjoying the game over competition
- 8:34 PMYahoo Sports — 'No one will tell me how to bat': Sanju Samson's vow to 'not be part of the rat race'
"Senior India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson has said he decided even before the 2026 T20 World Cup that he would stop worrying about outside opinions and play cricket on his own terms. Samson, who scored three consecutive fifties as India retained the Men's T20 World Cup title earlier this year, was later left out of the Zimbabwe tour after a dip in form during the Ireland and England series. After the 2024 World Cup, I didn't even expect to play in the 2026 World Cup.
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