Samson vs Jitesh: Experts weigh in on India's T20 WC keeper debate

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Firstpost•10-12-2025, 17:09
Samson vs Jitesh: Experts weigh in on India's T20 WC keeper debate
- •Debate surrounds Sanju Samson and Jitesh Sharma for India's T20 World Cup wicket-keeper batter spot.
- •Samson, initially an opener, was moved to the middle order before Jitesh Sharma took over the role.
- •Sanjay Bangar supports Jitesh Sharma for the lower middle order due to his big-hitting capability.
- •Irfan Pathan advocates for continuing with Jitesh to maintain team consistency and avoid frequent changes.
- •Shaun Pollock acknowledges Samson's "raw deal" but suggests he must adjust given Shubman Gill's elevated status.
Why It Matters: This selection impacts India's T20 World Cup strategy and player roles.
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