Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's strong performance fuels selection debate for India T20s
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 6:41 AM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored 81 runs in the third T20I against Zimbabwe on July 26, contributing to his bid for a spot in India’s T20I team. Irfan Pathan suggested that Sooryavanshi's emergence could impact Sanju Samson’s chances for a return, especially following Samson’s recent exclusions amid struggles for runs. With the Asian Games upcoming, the competition for the opening position is intensifying, particularly as Abhishek Sharma's form also faces scrutiny after a series of low scores. The next selection decisions could be pivotal for India's T20 strategy.
- •Sooryavanshi scored 81 runs in the third T20I against Zimbabwe.
- •Irfan Pathan believes Sooryavanshi could replace Samson in the T20I lineup.
- •Samson was dropped from the Zimbabwe series after poor performances.
- •Abhishek Sharma's recent scores raise questions about his place in the team.
- •India's T20 strategy is under evaluation with the Asian Games approaching.
- 6:41 AMYahoo Sports — 'Wapis nahi aane dega': Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's form triggers fresh debate over Sanju Samson's India return
"Vaibhav Sooryavanshi strengthened his case for a regular place in India’s T20I team with a classy 48-ball knock against Zimbabwe, prompting Irfan Pathan to suggest the youngster could keep Sanju Samson out of the side. With Samson dropped for the series and Abhishek Sharma struggling for runs, India’s opening combination remains a key selection debate ahead of the Asian Games.
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