Sanju Samson, once touted as the next big star in Indian cricket, finds himself under pressure once again after failing to capitalize on an opportunity in the first T20I match against Bangladesh in Gwalior. Samson, who made his international debut in 2015, has struggled to secure a permanent spot in the Indian team despite his obvious talent.
A Promising Start, But a Missed Chance
In the match, Samson opened the innings alongside Abhishek Sharma. He looked in good touch during his 19-ball stay, scoring 29 runs, but failed to convert that start into a significant innings. Former cricketer Aakash Chopra, while praising Samson’s skill, emphasized that such missed opportunities could jeopardize his place in the team.
Gautam Gambhir’s Longstanding Faith in Samson
Head coach Gautam Gambhir has been vocal about Samson’s potential. In fact, Gambhir previously remarked that if Samson doesn’t make a lasting impact for India, it would be the team’s loss. However, with competition for spots intensifying, Samson is running out of chances to prove himself.
Under the Microscope Again
With key players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill being rested for the T20I series, this was a golden opportunity for Samson to solidify his position. Unfortunately, his failure to convert starts into big scores has raised concerns once more. Aakash Chopra noted that if Samson doesn’t deliver in the next matches, he might find himself dropped yet again.
Samson’s future in the Indian cricket team remains uncertain, and the next few games could be critical in determining whether he can secure a long-term place in the squad.
