India’s probable XI for 2nd T20I: Gill vs Samson - Who keeps the spot?

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India Eye Series Lead in Mullanpur

After a crushing 101-run win in Cuttack, India enter the 2nd T20I with momentum. The big question: Will they change a winning XI?

Hardik Pandya’s Heroics

Hardik smashed an unbeaten 59 off 28 on a tricky pitch, rescuing India from 137/6 to 175/6. He reminded everyone why he’s India’s ultimate clutch player

Bowlers Destroyed South Africa

India bowled out South Africa for just 74, their lowest T20I score. Arshdeep, Axar, Bumrah & Varun Chakaravarthy all picked two wickets each, making a strong case for an unchanged attack

Shubman Gill Under Pressure

Gill returned from injury but lasted only two balls in the first match. With Samson waiting in the wings, Gill needs runs to justify his spot at the top

Sanju Samson – Will He Return?

Samson previously excelled as an opener but has been pushed out of the XI. His comeback depends on how Jitesh Sharma performs, one bad game could open the door

India’s Probable XI for 2nd T20I

Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, SKY (C), Hardik, Dube, Jitesh, Axar, Arshdeep, Bumrah, Varun, and Ravi Bishnoi. But the real spotlight? Gill vs Samson, who keeps the spot?

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