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Suryakumar recalls Samson's response to being dropped

2 sourcesUpdated 30 Aug 2026, 4:06 am Coverage regionsDelhi · Global
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Suryakumar Yadav said Sanju Samson reacted with complete support after being left out of the playing XI.

Samson reportedly said he would keep preparing as if he were playing, regardless of selection.

He later returned to the lineup during the knockout stages.

Samson was then named Player of the Tournament.

Why it mattersIt shows how a major selection decision affected a key Indian cricketer and what it may signal about team communication and future squad choices.
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The account comes as Samson has faced fluctuating fortunes with the national team.

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The reporting agrees that Suryakumar Yadav described Samson as supportive after being dropped and continuing to prepare for selection.

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The account is limited to Suryakumar's description, and no additional evidence is provided here about Samson's own version or any later team decisions.

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Suryakumar Yadav said Sanju Samson responded with complete support after being left out of the playing XI. The account says Samson kept preparing as if he were playing, regardless of selection. It also says he later returned during the knockout stages and was named Player of the Tournament. The broader note is that Samson has since faced fluctuating fortunes with the national team.

Distinctive emphasis — reported claim, not independently verified.Sources: The Times of India
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‘Aise bhi log hote hain life mein’: Suryakumar reveals Sanju Samson’s incredible response after being dro

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India T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav recently revealed how Sanju Samson responded when he was left out of the playing XI during the 2026 T20 World Cup campaign. According to Suryakumar, Samson expressed complete support for the team and stated he would keep preparing as if he were playing, regardless of selection. Samson ultimately returned to the lineup during the knockout stages, won Player of the Tournament, and has since faced fluctuating fortunes with the national team.