Why Sanju Samson didn't deserve to be dropped: 3 Key Reasons
Samson endured a difficult series against Ireland and failed to make an impact in the first T20I against England. However, considering his recent exploits, his exclusion has raised several questions.
1. India needed an experienced right-handed opener
India's current T20 batting lineup is heavily dependent on left-handers at the top. With Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi all competing for opening spots, Samson provided an ideal right-handed option capable of balancing the batting order.
His experience also made him a valuable asset. Having featured regularly in India's T20I setup over the last few years, Samson understands the demands of international cricket and has already proven that he can deliver under pressure.
The Zimbabwe series presented an ideal opportunity to allow youngsters to learn alongside an experienced campaigner rather than replacing him altogether. Keeping Samson in the squad would have offered India both stability and flexibility while continuing to build towards bigger assignments later in the year.
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