Last Updated: July 4, 2026 03:35 PM
The Indian dressing room is quietly watching Sanju Samson very closely. His next innings could change a lot. Fans are asking tough questions right now. Social media is filled with strong opinions today. The team management, though, seems to think differently.
Sanju Samson’s Form Is Under the Microscope
Sanju Samson walks into this match under heavy pressure. Every fan and expert seems to have an opinion now. His recent scores have not helped his cause at all. He managed just 5, 0, and 1 in his last three innings. Things got worse in the first T20I against England.
Sanju Samson scored only 1 run off 7 balls there. He looked uneasy against the moving ball throughout his stay. India also lost 2-0 to Ireland in a shocking whitewash recently. Samson’s struggles at the top added fuel to the criticism.
England’s Pace Attack Adds to the Challenge
England have added Jofra Archer and Josh Tongue to their side. Both bowlers bring serious pace and skill to the attack. This makes things tougher for India’s top-order batters. Sanju Samson will need to bat with greater responsibility now.
Meanwhile, young talent Vaibhav Sooryavanshi keeps waiting patiently on the bench. His strong recent form makes him a real alternative option.
Team Management Still Backs Samson
Despite the poor run, the coaching staff sounds confident still. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate said Samson deserves more chances. Bowling coach Morne Morkel also spoke in his support. Both credit his role in India’s T20 World Cup win.
For now, selectors are not planning to drop him suddenly. But another failure in the ENG vs IND 2nd T20I could change things fast. The competition for his spot is only getting stronger by the day.
Cricket fans across the country will watch his innings closely. One good performance could silence most of the noise.
