'Why no one understands his position': Ashwin on Sanju Samson’s future
Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has publicly supported wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson, highlighting the mental toll caused by his inconsistent selection in the national team. Ashwin argues that Samson's lack of a permanent spot despite strong performances is detrimental to his career.
Why it matters
The debate over team selection and player management is a major topic in Indian sports culture, highlighting the pressure faced by high-profile athletes in competitive environments.
Sanju Samson’s international career has been a story of immense talent, flashes of brilliance and repeated uncertainty over his place in the Indian team. Even after delivering on some of the biggest stages, the wicketkeeper-batter has often found himself moving in and out of the side.That pattern has now drawn strong support from former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who believes Samson’s prolonged struggle for a consistent place could be taking a significant mental toll.Ashwin points to Samson’s difficult journeyAshwin feels Samson’s career has been particularly challenging because of the way opportunities have come and gone over the years. The Kerala batter made his international debut back in 2014, but has never managed to establish himself as a permanent fixture across formats.
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