Sanju Samson’s inconsistent performance has been a major issue for Team India management. Despite playing a quickfire knock of 56 off 23 balls during India’s 248-run chase in the Hyderabad T20I, Samson’s previous outings have been marked by low scores and a failure to convert explosive starts into match-winning innings.
In the last seven T20I innings, Samson’s scores read 9, 7, 2, 11, 82, 3, and 56, highlighting a recurring pattern of volatility that leaves the middle order exposed when early momentum collapses. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, on the other hand, brings a fresh wave of fearless dynamism and exceptional technical composure that could stabilize India’s top order.
Drafting the 15-year-old into the playing XI for the T20I series decider could provide the ultimate tactical spark to disrupt the West Indies bowling attack. His natural ability to take on the bowlers in the powerplay can be added to great effect, especially given how crucial early momentum is on a high-scoring ground like Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
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