Sanju Samson has returned as an opener after Shubman Gill's injury. Image: AFP
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Firstpost19-12-2025, 18:41

Samson Returns, Gill Out as SA Wins Toss, Bowls First in 5th T20I

  • South Africa captain Aiden Markram won the toss and elected to bowl first against India in the 5th T20I at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
  • Sanju Samson replaces Shubman Gill, who is out with a niggle, in India's playing XI.
  • Jasprit Bumrah and Washington Sundar also return for India, replacing Harshit Rana and Kuldeep Yadav respectively.
  • South Africa made one change, bringing in George Linde for Anrich Nortje, aiming to level the series.
  • Both captains expressed satisfaction with their decisions, with Markram citing batting-friendly conditions and India happy to bat first.

Why It Matters: Samson replaces Gill; SA bowls first in crucial 5th T20I series decider.

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