T20 World Cup 2026: Samson shines but needs more runs

Sanju Samson made his T20 World Cup debut for India against Namibia at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Filling in for the ailing Abhishek Sharma, he started slow but then lit up the field with 22 runs off just 7 balls, including some towering sixes! Unfortunately, he got out quickly, leaving former captain Priyank Panchal wanting more. Will this flashy start be enough to keep him in the game? Only time will tell!

Quick rundown

1.Samson rides an explosive start before a sharp catch ends his cameo.

2.Panchal says big knocks help you ride out post-match criticism.

3.Abhishek Sharma's stomach illness forces a last-minute XI reshuffle.

4.Samson's NZ form was underwhelming: 46 runs in five innings at 9.20 average.

5.Namibia-India-USA clash vibes: World Cup drama grows with every boundary.

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Sanju Samson's T20 World Cup Debut: A Spectacle Awaits!
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06:10 am on Thursday, 12 February, 2026
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Sanju Samson: A T20I Performance for the History Books
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02:55 pm on Saturday, 31 January, 2026
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Sanju Samson's T20 Performance: Time to Hit Eject!
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Should Sanju Samson take the field against Namibia in T20 WC?
Hey there, folks! India's T20 World Cup adventure is rolling, but guess what? Sanju Samson is sitting out against the USA! Now, as they gear up to face Namibia, the big question is: should Sanju step back in, or is Ishan Kishan the new superstar? I mean, Ishan's been smashing runs like it's pizza night! Captain Suryakumar says it's all about the hot hands, so let’s see what happens next!
07:00 am on Tuesday, 10 February, 2026
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Sanju Samson's Struggles: A T20I Tale of Woe and Wonder
Ladies and gentlemen, behold the saga of Sanju Samson! In the fifth T20I against New Zealand, he faced a storm, scoring a mere 6 runs! With Ishan Kishan lighting up the field with 82 off 35, is Samson's World Cup dream fading into the shadows? The stakes couldn't be higher, and the pressure is on! Will he rise or fall? Stay tuned!
03:30 pm on Saturday, 31 January, 2026

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