Times of India reported that Sanju Samson has entered the same elite group as Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul. The Kerala batter, who was a key player in India's T20 World Cup triumph, has struggled for form, scoring only 33 runs in four innings before the Afghanistan series. His performance is under pressure as competition from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and the upcoming Asian Games increase the stakes.
Why it matters
Followers of Samson will note his rise to the same elite status as Sharma and Rahul, which could impact his future selection and role in the team.
Key facts
- Sanju Samson has joined Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul in India's elite club (Times of India).
- He was a key player in India's T20 World Cup triumph (Times of India).
- He scored only 33 runs in four innings before the Afghanistan series (Times of India).
- Competition from youngster Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and the upcoming Asian Games make his form especially important (Times of India).
Evidence
Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet.
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