Saralnama3 centuries in 2024. Sanju Samson shone as opener in T20Is last year. He scored tons against Bangladesh and South Africa. Now in Asia Cup 2025, Samson moves down the order. Shubman Gill returns as vice-captain to open with Abhishek Sharma. India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate says Samson will play at No. 5. He needs time to adjust to this new role. Samson made 56 off 45 balls against Oman at No. 3. He scored 13 off 17 balls vs Pakistan at No. 5. India faces Bangladesh on in Dubai. Ten Doeschate believes Samson is best for No. 5 spot and will master it soon. (Updated 24 Sep 2025, 01:08 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 3 centuries in 2024
- Sanju Samson shone as opener in T20Is last year
- He scored tons against Bangladesh and South Africa