Is Sanju Samson Set to Miss IPL 2025? 3 Probable Replacements if he misses the Tournament
Sanju Samson has some significant T20 records for India as well as for Rajasthan Royals in the IPL, he playes a crucial part in important T20 matches, be it putting up solid scores for chase or chasing solid scores for his team. But, in the recent 5th T20I against England, he had a severe finger injury, which could extend him being sidelined from 5 weeks to an additional 2-3 weeks. This situation has led fans to questions like Is Sanju Samson Set to Miss IPL 2025? 3 Probable Replacements if he misses the Tournament.
Injury Situation
Sanju Samson had sustained a blow from a Jofra Archer bouncer during the 5th T20I against England. Samson, who was sent back for 6 runs, did not keep wickets in the second innings, Dhruv Jurel was sent to replace him. With various reports suggesting Samson could be sidelined for 5 or more weeks due to a fractured index finger, this could directly impact his participation in IPL. Initially, his injury seemed a minor issue, but swelling increased post-match. Sanju Samson who is undergoing treatment will also miss Kerala’s upcoming Ranji Trophy quarter-final against Jammu and Kashmir.
Potential Replacements
#1 Riyan Parag – Riyan Parag who although lacks IPL captaincy experience, has led Assam several times in the Ranji Trophy, showcasing his leadership skills. Last season, he emerged as a key batsman for the team, and his form could translate well into a captaincy role. Like Jaiswal, he is dynamic and could be a strong contender if Samson is unavailable for IPL 2025.
#2 Yashasvi Jaiswal – Yashasvi Jaiswal could be a surprise captaincy contender, bringing unique and energetic qualities the team may need if Samson is unavailable. With limited captaincy options, Rajasthan Royals could take an unexpected approach by opting for Jaiswal over the more experienced Rana. Rajasthan Royals views Jaiswal as their future, and IPL 2025 could be his chance to start his leadership journey.
#3 Nitish Rana – A new addition to the Rajasthan Royals squad, Nitish Rana has previous captaincy experience, having led Kolkata Knight Riders during the 2023 IPL season in Shreyas Iyer’s absence due to a back injury. As a tactical leader, the Delhi batter provided stability to KKR and was well-liked in the dressing room. He could be a decent choice for captaincy if Samson misses the upcoming season.
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