Sanju Samson was included in India's squad for the ODI series against South Africa.
Sanju Samson was ignored by selectors for the Asian Games, Asia Cup and ODI World Cup. The selection in the India squad for ODI series has given Sanju a great opportunity to cement a permanent spot.
Sanju Samson returned to form with a 13-ball 35 against Puducherry in a crucial game of Vijay Hazare Trophy that kept Kerala alive in hunt for the knockout spot.
Samson hit 3 sixes and 4 boundaries as Kerala chased down 120 in low scoring thriller to retain top spot in Group A with five wins in six matches.
Sanju Samson was not in best of form in Vijay Hazare Trophy before this match, scoring a mere 101 runs. However, the innings will give him a great confidence.
Sanju Samson is unlikely to be available for VHT knockouts as he is set to leave for South Africa for the ODI series. The series will be played after the T20I series. The matches will be played on December 17,19 and 21.
Sanju Samson will be eyeing a good show in the ODI series as it will help retain a place in the squad, especially with Kohli, Rohit unlikely to play the format anymore.
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Sanju Samson has played 13 ODI matches for India, scoring 390 runs, including 3 fifties.
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