Ishan Kishan's Availability for Final T20 Questioned Amidst Sanju Samson's Struggles
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News18•31-01-2026, 15:41
Ishan Kishan's Availability for Final T20 Questioned Amidst Sanju Samson's Struggles
- •Sanju Samson has consistently underperformed in the T20 series against New Zealand, failing to score significantly in four matches.
- •Ishan Kishan, who batted at number three, played explosive innings, leading some fans to suggest him as an opener.
- •Ishan Kishan, a Jharkhand wicketkeeper-batsman, was out of the third T20 and his participation in the final match is uncertain.
- •Despite Samson's poor form, his place in the team is not immediately threatened due to Kishan's uncertain availability.
- •Assistant coach Sitanshu Kotak indicated a 'very high probability' of Ishan Kishan playing, pending physio's decision.
Why It Matters: Ishan Kishan's uncertain fitness keeps Sanju Samson's spot safe despite his poor T20 form.
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