India’s Predicted Playing XI for ODI series against Sri Lanka

5. Sanju Samson (Wicketkeeper)

The team management will have to make a tough choice as they will choose either Sanju Samson or Ishan Kishan as the wicketkeeper. But, with Samson having more experience, he is our first choice wicketkeeper. Adding on, he has a proper technique and could be a valuable addition to the main squad later on. Samson is also a terrific striker of the cricket ball, who can take the game into the final stages even when other players are struggling. 

He has played seven T20Is so far. With just 83 runs and a poor average of 11.8, the numbers do not justify his talents. But, with a team filled with star players and modern-day giants, Sanju had to bat down the order where he had to face 5-6 balls. There is no doubt that he is a top-order batsman, not a lower order. 

He has played 114 IPL games till now. With 2861 runs with a healthy average of 28.9, he has been a consistent scorer for Rajasthan Royals. During his time with the Delhi Daredevils, he was a great contributor too, along with Rishabh Pant. With the team opting for Pant as the first choice keeper, Samson has to succeed with the bat so that he could make a name for himself for upcoming tours and tournaments.