Sanju Samson's blitz against Afghanistan keeps Vaibhav Sooryavanshi waiting - and the debate alive
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What happened
Sanju Samson's explosive 57 off 22 balls against Afghanistan in the second T20I was more than a match-winning cameo — it was a compelling reminder of why India's T20I selection calls remain so difficult. Having lost ground to teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Samson responded with fearless batting while acknowledging the challenge of balancing merit, opportunity and India's long-term vision at the top.
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