Rajasthan Royals star Sanju Samson is receiving high-profile mentorship ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026, with former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh spotted giving him batting tips in the nets. A viral video captured the interaction, fueling speculation about Yuvraj's increasing influence as a mentor to young Indian talent, having previously guided players like Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma.
Samson, who has been selected as one of the wicketkeepers for the upcoming T20 World Cup, is currently preparing for the tournament, which will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. This personalized guidance from a World Cup winner and one of India's greatest power-hitters is seen as a significant boost for Samson as he looks to solidify his place in the national T20I setup.
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“A viral video shows Sanju Samson receiving batting tips from former India star Yuvraj Singh in the nets.”
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"I became a death bowler after 2022 in IPL. Before that, I used to finish my bowling by 16-17. But when I came to Rajasthan, Sanju told me to be ready to bowl a couple of overs in death."

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“A viral video shows Sanju Samson receiving batting tips from former India star Yuvraj Singh in the nets.”