Aakash Chopra says Sanju Samson's chances are running out

Aakash Chopra thinks Sanju Samson's chances are fading fast! In the fifth T20I against New Zealand, he scored just 6 runs, leaving his spot for the T20 World Cup 2026 in jeopardy. With Ishan Kishan smashing 82 runs after Samson's exit, it seems like Sanju might need to say goodbye to the top order.

Quick rundown

1.Sanju Samson struggles in T20I series against New Zealand.

2.Aakash Chopra comments on Samson's dwindling chances.

3.Ishan Kishan shines with an unbeaten 82 off 35 balls.

4.Samson's home crowd left stunned by his performance.

5.Kishan's rise may impact Samson's World Cup prospects.

Sanju Samson's Golden Duck: Fans Demand a New Star Now!
Sanju Samson's Golden Duck: Fans Demand a New Star Now!
So, Team India's wicket-keeper Sanju Samson just hit rock bottom with a golden duck in the 3rd T20I against New Zealand in Guwahati. Seriously, 16 runs in three matches? Fans are screaming for a new star as Matt Henry sent him back to the dugout. Ishan Kishan is out here thriving, and it’s time to ask: is it time for a change?
04:25 pm on Sunday, 25 January, 2026
Sanju Samson ka form: Chai bina cheeni, bhai kya scene hai?
Sanju Samson ka form: Chai bina cheeni, bhai kya scene hai?
Arre bhai, Sanju Samson ka form toh aisa hai jaise chai bina cheeni! 5th T20I mein sirf 6 runs banaye, Lockie Ferguson ne toh chhakka maar diya. Fans ka gussa samajh aata hai, kyunki unki series mein bas 46 runs hain! Ishan Kishan toh aise chamak rahe hain jaise Diwali ki lights! Toh sochiye zara, kya T20 World Cup mein jagah milegi ya nahi?
02:20 am on Sunday, 1 February, 2026
Sanju Samson ki team mein jagah hai ya nahi, Aakash ka confusion!
Sanju Samson ki team mein jagah hai ya nahi, Aakash ka confusion!
Arre bhai, Aakash Chopra keh rahe hain ki Sanju Samson ka kya hoga? Thiruvananthapuram mein final T20I hai, par pehle do matches mein toh bhai aise out hue jaise chaat khane gaye ho! New Zealand ne 209 ka target diya, aur Samson toh jaldi chale gaye. Suryakumar ne toh chase aise kiya jaise ghar ka khana ho! Fans hain hopeful, par pressure toh hai bhai! Ishan Kishan ya Sanju, kaun banega hero, yeh toh dekhna padega!
06:00 am on Saturday, 24 January, 2026
Is Sanju Samson Ready for the T20 World Cup or What?
Is Sanju Samson Ready for the T20 World Cup or What?
So, Aakash Chopra's throwing some serious shade at Sanju Samson's spot in India's T20 lineup! With the series against New Zealand heating up in Thiruvananthapuram, Sanju's been getting out quicker than a pizza disappears at my place. India’s leading 2-0, but if he doesn’t step it up, he might be riding the bench! Ishan Kishan's back and ready to snatch that wicketkeeper crown. Come on, Sanju, show us what you got!
08:35 am on Saturday, 24 January, 2026
Samson struggles again: Fans call for a change after 24!
Samson struggles again: Fans call for a change after 24!
Sanju Samson's batting woes continued as he scored just 24 runs off 15 balls in the fourth T20I against New Zealand in Visakhapatnam. With a daunting 216-run target, he couldn't rise to the occasion after his partner fell for a golden duck. Fans and experts, including Aakash Chopra, expressed their disappointment on social media, calling for a change in the lineup as his form remains a concern.
05:55 pm on Wednesday, 28 January, 2026

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