Sanju Samson's Roller-Coaster India Career Continues Amid Fresh Selection Debate

Sanju Samson's international career has once again become a major talking point after he was left out of India's playing XI during the ongoing T20I series against England. Since making his debut in 2015 under Ajinkya Rahane, Samson has experienced an inconsistent run in the national side despite producing notable performances in domestic cricket and the IPL. Across different leadership eras, including those of Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav and now Shreyas Iyer, Samson has often found it difficult to secure a consistent place in the team.

The wicketkeeper-batter enjoyed a memorable phase with match-winning performances in the 2026 T20 World Cup, where he emerged as one of India's standout performers after receiving an opportunity midway through the tournament. However, following a lean run in recent matches, he was again omitted from the playing XI, reigniting discussions among fans and experts over team selection and player management. While opinions remain divided, many believe Samson's long-term future with India will depend on receiving consistent opportunities and delivering performances at the highest level.