Jofra Archer Test for Sanju Samson

India's wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson has been gearing up for the third T20I match against England in Rajkot, with a specific focus on countering the challenges posed by England's Jofra Archer, having struggled with his short deliveries in the first two matches.

To overcome this hurdle, Samson trained with his batting coach Sitanshu Kotak and throwdown specialists, practicing pull and hook shots with plastic balls. This preparation is crucial as Samson aims not only to better his performance against Archer but also to close in on a significant personal milestone. With 841 runs in 39 T20 Internationals, Samson is just 92 runs away from surpassing his head coach Gautam Gambhir's tally of 932 runs in T20 Internationals.

Samson's journey to this point has been marked by perseverance and growth. Having made his international debut in 2015, he faced a four-year hiatus from the team before his return in 2019. Since then, he has established himself as a key player, averaging 27.01 in T20Is. The upcoming match presents an opportunity for Samson to not only overcome the challenge posed by Archer but also to solidify his position among the top-performing Indians in T20Is, alongside notable names like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Suryakumar Yadav.

As the series progresses, all eyes will be on Samson to see how he rises to the challenge, both against Archer specifically and in his quest to achieve the milestone that would place him among the elite run-scorers in T20Is for India. His performance will be a testament to his hard work and dedication to improving his skills, particularly against tough opponents like Archer.