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Sooryavanshi's 48-Ball T20I Knock Sparks Debate on India's Opening Pair
✍️ Times of India
🗓 27 Jul 2026, 07:04 AM
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s brisk 48‑ball century against Zimbabwe has cemented his place in India’s T20I side, prompting selectors to consider him over Sanju Samson for the upcoming series.
In a high‑scoring T20I against Zimbabwe, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi produced a blistering 48‑ball century that showcased his ability to dominate in the shortest format.
The young opener amassed 70 runs at a strike rate of 147.22, including five fours and four sixes, guiding India to a comfortable win.
Irfan Pathan, a former India pacer, publicly suggested that Sooryavanshi’s form could keep Sanju Samson out of the side, adding fuel to the ongoing selection debate.
With Samson dropped for the series and Abhishek Sharma struggling for runs, selectors are now weighing Sooryavanshi’s recent heroics against the experience of the established opener as they prepare for the Asian Games.
The young opener amassed 70 runs at a strike rate of 147.22, including five fours and four sixes, guiding India to a comfortable win.
Irfan Pathan, a former India pacer, publicly suggested that Sooryavanshi’s form could keep Sanju Samson out of the side, adding fuel to the ongoing selection debate.
With Samson dropped for the series and Abhishek Sharma struggling for runs, selectors are now weighing Sooryavanshi’s recent heroics against the experience of the established opener as they prepare for the Asian Games.