Sanju Samson named Player of the Tournament at T20 World Cup 2026, later omitted from Zimbabwe series squad
The T20 World Cup 2026 final took place on March 8, 2026, and Sanju Samson earned Player of the Tournament honors. He was subsequently left out of India's T20I squad for the Zimbabwe series, with selectors favoring Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and discussions reported about the travel plans of Gautam Gambhir and support staff.
The T20 World Cup 2026 final was held on March 8, 2026, and Sanju Samson was named Player of the Tournament.
Times of India reported that Samson was dropped from India's T20I squad for the Zimbabwe series. The outlet also noted that selectors gave priority to teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi when forming the squad. Additionally, Times of India said discussions were underway about whether head coach Gautam Gambhir and the regular support staff would travel to Zimbabwe because of the quick turnaround.
Cricketnews.com confirmed the date of the World Cup final.
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