Sanju Samson’s performance keeps Vaibhav Sooryavanshi waiting for a chance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 3:24 PM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar discussed Sanju Samson's impact on team selection for the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand. Nayar emphasized that Samson's ability to score after criticism complicates management's decision to include Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. He indicated that team balance and maintaining a left-right batting combination will influence selections, suggesting Sooryavanshi may have to wait for an opportunity to play. Nayar warned that constant changes could disrupt team culture and player development.
- •Nayar highlights Samson's ability to respond with big scores.
- •Sooryavanshi may have to wait for his opportunity.
- •Team balance is crucial for decisions on batting order.
- •Frequent changes could affect team culture.
- •T20I series against New Zealand upcoming.
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"Nayar believes Samson’s ability to respond to criticism with a big score makes it difficult for the team management to move on from him.
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