India Considers Sanju Samson for Top-Order Role After South Africa Defeat in T20 World Cup

Following India's 76-run loss to South Africa in the ICC T20 World Cup Super 8 stage, team management is considering changes to the top-order batting lineup. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate highlighted the possibility of including right-hander Sanju Samson to address the left-heavy top order's vulnerability to early wickets, particularly against off-spin. Struggling batters Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma face scrutiny, with Samson's inclusion seen as a tactical option ahead of must-win matches against Zimbabwe and West Indies. The team aims to balance experience and form while adapting to pitch conditions and opposition strategies.