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Will Sanju Samson stay in India's XI for 2nd T20I vs Afghanistan in New Delhi?
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 14 Sep 2026, 08:46 PM
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India's team management is set to announce the playing XI for the second T20 International against Afghanistan in New Delhi, with Sanju Samson's place under scrutiny.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will reveal the playing XI for the second Twenty20 International against Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. The match follows the first T20I held earlier in the series, and selectors are expected to retain a core group while making tactical adjustments.
A key point of speculation is whether wicketkeeper-batsman Sanju Samson will remain in the starting lineup. Samson featured in the first match, and his performance has prompted analysts to debate his role in the side for the upcoming game.
Team officials have not issued a formal statement yet, but sources close to the dressing room suggest that the decision will hinge on the balance between batting depth and fielding flexibility. The final XI will be disclosed shortly before the toss, scheduled for the evening of the match day.
A key point of speculation is whether wicketkeeper-batsman Sanju Samson will remain in the starting lineup. Samson featured in the first match, and his performance has prompted analysts to debate his role in the side for the upcoming game.
Team officials have not issued a formal statement yet, but sources close to the dressing room suggest that the decision will hinge on the balance between batting depth and fielding flexibility. The final XI will be disclosed shortly before the toss, scheduled for the evening of the match day.