Shastri Questions Samson's Exclusion, Backs Him as Opener After Explosive Knock

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Firstpost•20-12-2025, 09:17
Shastri Questions Samson's Exclusion, Backs Him as Opener After Explosive Knock
- •Ravi Shastri questioned Sanju Samson's absence from the T20I team, calling him a 'natural' opener.
- •Samson played in the 5th T20I against South Africa due to Shubman Gill's injury, scoring 37 off 22 balls.
- •He formed an attacking 63-run opening stand with Abhishek Sharma, impressing with his effortless hitting.
- •Shastri highlighted Samson's T20 hundreds and explosive nature, wondering why he needed an injury to get a chance.
- •India won the match by 30 runs, securing a 3-1 series victory, with Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya also scoring big.
Why It Matters: Shastri advocates for Sanju Samson's consistent inclusion after his impactful return to opening.
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