Sanju Samson's IPL Glamour Fails to Translate in Qualifier 2, Gavaskar Questions Shot Selection

Rajasthan Royals skipper Sanju Samson's impressive performance in IPL 2024 has been overshadowed by his disappointing dismissal in Qualifier 2. Despite leading his team to the penultimate stage of the tournament, Samson's failure to deliver in the crucial match has raised questions about his shot selection and consistency.

As a batter, Samson had a stellar season, amassing 531 runs at an average of 48.27 and a strike rate of 153.47. However, his inability to perform under pressure has become a recurring theme in his career. In the Qualifier 2 match against SunRisers Hyderabad, Samson fell for a mere 10 runs off 11 balls, leaving his team in a precarious position.

Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has been vocal in his criticism of Samson's shot selection. Speaking on Star Sports, Gavaskar questioned the player's decision-making, stating, "What's the use of scoring 500 runs if you can't win your team the match or title? Everyone got out while playing glamorous shots."

Gavaskar believes that Samson's poor shot selection has hindered his progress in the Indian team. "If his shot selection had been good, his India career too would have been long," he said. "I hope that the opportunity he has got in the T20 World Cup, he grabs it with both hands and cements his place."

Samson has been included in the 15-member India squad for the T20 World Cup 2024. However, with Rishabh Pant likely to be India's first-choice wicketkeeper-batter, Samson's chances of playing in the tournament are limited.

Samson's dismissal in Qualifier 2 has served as a reminder of the importance of consistency and composure in high-pressure situations. While he has shown glimpses of brilliance, his inability to deliver in crucial matches has raised concerns about his suitability for the Indian team.

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