Robin Uthappa Urges India to 'Stick With' Sanju Samson, Cites Selection Pressure as Key Issue
Former India wicketkeeper-batter Robin Uthappa has thrown his support behind Sanju Samson, urging the team management to back the Rajasthan Royals star despite his recent struggles in the T20I series against New Zealand. Uthappa dismissed concerns over Samson’s form, stating that poor form is temporary for a player of his caliber, drawing a comparison to Suryakumar Yadav’s challenging 2025 season.
Uthappa believes that the primary issue facing Samson is the constant pressure and uncertainty surrounding his spot in the playing XI. He argued that Samson has never been given the consistent freedom to bat without the 'sword over his head' regarding selection. Uthappa advised the team to carry Samson in the T20 World Cup squad and stick with him, emphasizing that when the opener performs, the team benefits immensely.
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“Yes, he has got the opportunities and not performed in them. But there has also always been a sword over his head that if he doesn't perform, there is someone waiting for his spot. There has never been a time where he just goes and bats.”
Robin Uthappa, Former India Wicketkeeper-Batter
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#1 | Rajasthan Royals | 3260 runs | ||
#2 | Rajasthan Royals | 2166 runs | ||
#3 | Rajasthan Royals | 1566 runs | ||
| #4 | Rajasthan Royals | 1482 runs | ||
| #5 | Rajasthan Royals | 997 runs |
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“Yes, he has got the opportunities and not performed in them. But there has also always been a sword over his head that if he doesn't perform, there is someone waiting for his spot. There has never been a time where he just goes and bats.”
Robin Uthappa, Former India Wicketkeeper-Batter
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