
India Playing XI puzzle vs Zimbabwe: Sanju Samson a strong contender, Axar Patel likely to return
Following a disappointing loss against South Africa, the Indian cricket team faces a must-win scenario against Zimbabwe. Calls for adding a right-hander like Sanju Samson have intensified to counter predictable tactics, especially against off-spinners. Discussions are ongoing regarding potential changes to the playing XI to address tactical imbalances and improve performance.

SportYahooTimes of India9h ago2 sources T20 World Cup 2026: India's playing XI dilemma - more of the same or is it time to bring Sanju Samson in?
Team Indian honed their skills in Chennai ahead of their crucial Zimbabwe clash, with batting combinations dominating discussions for the T20 World Cup Super Eight contest. Rinku Singh was the notable

SportTimes of India2d ago ‘Time to pull our sleeves up’: Coach Doeschate hints at India XI shake-up
Following a heavy defeat to South Africa in Super 8s, India's batting unit faces scrutiny, with assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate confirming that changes, including the potential inclusion of Sanju Samson, are being considered. The team's left-hand heavy top order has struggled, prompting a rethink of their strategy for upcoming crucial matches.

SportTimes of India4d ago T20 World Cup: Suryakumar Yadav hints at India's XI vs South Africa in Super Eight
Suryakumar Yadav dismissed rumors of Sanju Samson replacing Abhishek Sharma or Tilak Varma, emphasizing confidence in the current lineup. He addressed concerns about Abhishek's form by highlighting the threat he poses to opponents. Yadav also defended Tilak Varma's cautious approach, stating it aligns with team strategy.

Sportindian-express3h ago T20 World Cup: Sanju Samson could return against Zimbabwe as panicked India aim to address top-order woes

SportYahoodhaka-tribune2d ago2 sources ‘Time to pull our sleeves up’: India coach Ryan ten Doeschate hints at playing XI shake-up after Super 8 defeat
Following a heavy defeat to South Africa in Super 8s, India's batting unit faces scrutiny, with assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate confirming that changes, including the potential inclusion of Sanju Samson, are being considered. The team's left-hand heavy top order has struggled, prompting a rethink of their strategy for upcoming crucial matches.

MS Dhoni not to play all IPL 2026 matches? Massive update emerges from CSK camp
MS Dhoni will be available for CSK in IPL 2026 but may not play every match, a franchise source confirmed. With Sanju Samson and other wicketkeepers in the squad, Dhoni’s workload could be managed, especially due to fitness concerns and the Impact Player rule. However, he is expected to feature in most home games at Chepauk, where his presence continues to electrify fans.

EXCLUSIVE | Kerala to Canada to T20 World Cup: Joji Varghese’s dream meeting with Sanju Samson
A former physical education teacher from Thiruvananthapuram, Joji Varghese, who moved to Canada for his children's future, fulfilled a lifelong dream by meeting his favourite cricketer, Sanju Samson. Now a massage therapist for the Canadian cricket team, Joji shared an emotional reunion with Samson during a practice session in India, highlighting Samson's humility and connection.

SportTimes of India5h ago T20 World Cup: On the backfoot, India's playing XI an unsolved puzzle
Following a disappointing loss against South Africa, the Indian cricket team faces a must-win scenario against Zimbabwe. Calls for adding a right-hander like Sanju Samson have intensified to counter p
T20 World Cup: Will Sanju Samson replace Abhishek Sharma? - Gulf News
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T20 World Cup | 'Abhishek ki jagah khilau?': Suryakumar Yadav rules out changes in India's top three
Suryakumar Yadav dismissed rumors of Sanju Samson replacing Abhishek Sharma or Tilak Varma, emphasizing confidence in the current lineup. He addressed concerns about Abhishek's form by highlighting the threat he poses to opponents. Yadav also defended Tilak Varma's cautious approach, stating it aligns with team strategy.

SportTimes of India7d ago Kerala to Canada to T20 World Cup: Joji Varghese’s dream meeting with Sanju Samson
A former physical education teacher from Thiruvananthapuram, Joji Varghese, who moved to Canada for his children's future, fulfilled a lifelong dream by meeting his favourite cricketer, Sanju Samson. Now a massage therapist for the Canadian cricket team, Joji shared an emotional reunion with Samson during a practice session in India, highlighting Samson's humility and connection.