US EditionIf You Pick Samson in Team, You Can’t Leave Him Out of the XI: Gavaskar
Sunil Gavaskar emphasizes Sanju Samson's versatility and recent form, urging his inclusion at number three or as finisher in Asia Cup 2025 playing XI to strengthen India's batting lineup.
- Sunil Gavaskar said Sanju Samson cannot be left out of India's playing XI for Asia Cup 2025 starting Tuesday, September 9 in the United Arab Emirates and added, `If you take somebody like Sanju Samson in the core team, then you can’t leave him out in the reserves.`
- After the 15-member squad announcement, Shubman Gill's return as vice-captain and expected opener role threatens Samson's top-order spot under Suryakumar Yadav's leadership.
- Gavaskar suggested slotting Sanju Samson at number three or as a finisher at number six, citing his over 400 runs in 14 T20Is under Gautam Gambhir, head coach.
- Gavaskar added that Samson may get the nod over Jitesh for early games, as Asia Cup serves as a testing ground before the T20 World Cup next year.
- The tournament setup shows Asia Cup 2025 beginning in the UAE with eight teams; India, defending champions, are in Group A and open against UAE on September 10 in Dubai.
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'You don’t take Samson as a reserve': Sunil Gavaskar gives his verdict on India’s playing XI for Asia Cup
Sunil Gavaskar has backed Sanju Samson in India’s likely Asia Cup 2025 playing XI. Gavaskar suggested that Samson should play at No.3 or as a finisher, ahead of Jitesh Sharma. He also advised India to go with six bowlers including Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel as spin duo.
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