Sanju Samson's Form Concerns India Ahead
As India prepares to take on England in the fourth T20 International, concerns over Sanju Samson's form and technical weaknesses against express pace have come to the forefront. Despite Kevin Pietersen's defense of the batsman, citing his ability to play the short ball well, Samson's recent performances have raised eyebrows.
Former cricketer Ambati Rayudu has advised Samson to avoid playing pull shots against England's Jofra Archer, suggesting instead that he focus on surviving Archer's spell and targeting other bowlers. Rayudu believes that Samson's struggles are due to a technical flaw in his batting approach, specifically when attempting to make room and play the pull shot. Meanwhile, Suryakumar Yadav's aggressive approach has been cautioned by Rayudu, who suggests that he needs to spend more time at the crease before attempting big shots.
India currently leads the series 2-1, but Samson's scores of 26, 5, and 3 in the current rubber have been a concern. His discomfort against fast bowlers bowling above 145 kmph is a palpable issue that needs to be addressed by the team management and coaches. Additionally, Rinku Singh's dip in form and fitness issues have added to India's woes, with Dhruv Jurel struggling to fill the gap in the T20 format.
With Arshdeep Singh, India's best T20I bowler, set to return to the lineup, the team will be looking to make some crucial breakthroughs. However, the Indian middle order's struggles against England spinner Adil Rashid remain a concern, and Shivam Dube's return to the mix may make it difficult for Rinku to regain his spot. As India gears up for the fourth T20 International, the team will be hoping to iron out their batting woes and seal the series.
As the series hangs in the balance, India will be looking to Sanju Samson to rediscover his form and help the team cross the finish line. With Pietersen's backing and Rayudu's advice, Samson will be hoping to prove his mettle and silence his critics. The stage is set for an exciting encounter, and India will be eager to emerge victorious.
