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Sanju Samson's poor form reignites debate over Vaibhav Suryvanshi's selection
India's opening batter Sanju Samson has failed to deliver once again in the fifth T20I against New Zealand, prompting calls from fans for young prospect Vaibhav Suryvanshi to be given a chance in the playing eleven.
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Sanju Samson's continued struggle at the top of the order has become a focal point of criticism as India wrapped up its T20 series against New Zealand. Despite being given another opportunity to open the innings in the final match, Samson was unable to convert the chance into a meaningful contribution, fueling debate among cricket enthusiasts about the team's selection strategy.
Vaibhav Suryvanshi, the young batting prospect, has remained on the bench throughout the series as the team persisted with Samson in the opening slot. The 23-year-old's exclusion from the playing eleven despite the senior opener's repeated failures has drawn significant attention on social media, with fans questioning the rationale behind the decision.
Samson's inconsistency with the bat has long been a subject of discussion in Indian cricket circles. His inability to build on opportunities at the international level has added pressure on the selection committee to explore alternatives, particularly with young talent waiting in the wings.
The series against New Zealand provided an ideal platform for the Indian team to finalize its batting combination ahead of upcoming international commitments. However, with Samson's poor run continuing and Suryvanshi remaining sidelined, questions linger about the team management's approach to player rotation and development at the highest level of the game.