Samson records another duck, dismissed for six in first ODI against Sri Lanka

Samson records sixth T20I duck

Sanju Samson's struggles in international cricket continue

Sanju Samson's poor run of form in international cricket continued on Tuesday as he was dismissed for a golden duck in the first ODI against Sri Lanka in Guwahati. The right-handed batter was trapped lbw by Kasun Rajitha in the second over of the innings.

This was Samson's second golden duck in ODIs, and his sixth in T20Is. He has now recorded more ducks in T20Is than any other Indian batter.

Samson's struggles in international cricket have been well-documented. He has failed to cement his place in the Indian team despite being one of the most consistent performers in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

The 28-year-old has been criticized for his lack of temperament and technique. He has also been accused of being a "flat-track bully" who struggles against quality bowling.

Samson's latest failure will only add to the pressure on him. He will need to start scoring runs soon if he wants to keep his place in the Indian team.

Samson's ODI record

Samson has played 11 ODIs for India, scoring 296 runs at an average of 29.60. He has one century and one half-century to his name.

Samson's highest ODI score is 125, which he scored against West Indies in Port of Spain in 2022.

Samson's T20I record

Samson has played 28 T20Is for India, scoring 630 runs at an average of 22.41. He has three half-centuries to his name.

Samson's highest T20I score is 77, which he scored against Sri Lanka in Colombo in 2021.

Conclusion

Sanju Samson is a talented batsman, but he has struggled to replicate his IPL form at international level. He will need to start scoring runs soon if he wants to keep his place in the Indian team.