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NEW DELHI: Cricket legend AB de Villiers recently shared his thoughts on the inclusion of Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Sanju Samson in the upcoming South Africa tour, expressing optimism about Samson’s performance on Proteas’ wickets.
De Villiers, speaking on his official YouTube channel, welcomed Samson’s presence in India’s ODI squad for the South Africa series.
The legendary right-handed batsman noted that the Indian players can expect some bounce and movement during the upcoming matches, setting the stage for an exciting series.
“It’s great to see him in the team. He will enjoy the South African wickets. He stands tall when he bats. There’s a bit of bounce and movement and all the batters will be tested,” ABD said on his official YouTube channel.
Having made his ODI debut in 2021 against Sri Lanka, the 29-year-old player has since participated in 13 matches, accumulating a total of 390 runs at a commendable strike rate of 104.
He further added that Samson will do well on South African pitches and India will also have an extra advantage since the Keralite cricketer gives an option with the gloves.
“But someone like Sanju, I think, will do well. And he also gives you an option with the gloves,” he added.
In the upcoming India tour of South Africa, Samson has been only included in the ODI squad and will not take part in the T20I and Test matches.
The tour will begin with the three-match T20I affair on December 10 at the Kingsmead Stadium. The second T20I will be played on December 12 at the St George’s Oval. The 20-over format will conclude on December 14 at the Wanderers Stadium.
The 50-over clash will kick off on December 17 at the Wanderers Stadium. The second and final ODI will be played on December 19 and December 21 respectively.
(With ANI Inputs)
De Villiers, speaking on his official YouTube channel, welcomed Samson’s presence in India’s ODI squad for the South Africa series.
The legendary right-handed batsman noted that the Indian players can expect some bounce and movement during the upcoming matches, setting the stage for an exciting series.
“It’s great to see him in the team. He will enjoy the South African wickets. He stands tall when he bats. There’s a bit of bounce and movement and all the batters will be tested,” ABD said on his official YouTube channel.
Having made his ODI debut in 2021 against Sri Lanka, the 29-year-old player has since participated in 13 matches, accumulating a total of 390 runs at a commendable strike rate of 104.
He further added that Samson will do well on South African pitches and India will also have an extra advantage since the Keralite cricketer gives an option with the gloves.
“But someone like Sanju, I think, will do well. And he also gives you an option with the gloves,” he added.
In the upcoming India tour of South Africa, Samson has been only included in the ODI squad and will not take part in the T20I and Test matches.
The tour will begin with the three-match T20I affair on December 10 at the Kingsmead Stadium. The second T20I will be played on December 12 at the St George’s Oval. The 20-over format will conclude on December 14 at the Wanderers Stadium.
The 50-over clash will kick off on December 17 at the Wanderers Stadium. The second and final ODI will be played on December 19 and December 21 respectively.
(With ANI Inputs)
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