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Sanju Samson named Keralam captain for Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson will lead Keralam in the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, with the team set to open their campaign against Madhya Pradesh in Chandigarh next month. The 18-member squad also includes red-ball captain Vishnu Vinod.
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Sanju Samson has been appointed captain of Keralam for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, the domestic T20 championship. The Kerala-based team will begin their tournament run on November 14 at the PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh, facing Madhya Pradesh in their opening fixture.
Samson, an accomplished wicketkeeper-batter, takes on the leadership role for the prestigious domestic T20 tournament. His appointment comes as Keralam prepares to compete against other state sides in the national championship.
The 18-member squad assembled for the tournament includes notable players such as Vishnu Vinod, who serves as Keralam's captain in the red-ball format. The inclusion of experienced cricketers alongside Samson's captaincy is expected to strengthen the team's chances in the competition.
The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy serves as a key domestic platform for Indian cricketers to showcase their T20 credentials and stake claims for national selection. Keralam's squad composition suggests a balanced approach to the tournament, combining batting depth with wicketkeeping expertise.