Hanuma Vihari slams India’s T20 selection of Abhishek Sharma over Sanju Samson

Former India Test batsman Hanuma Vihari voiced strong criticism of the India cricket team’s selection choices during the ongoing T20 series against Zimbabwe. Vihari questioned why opener Abhishek Sharma continues to receive chances despite a string of low scores – he managed only two runs in the third match and a total of 11 runs across three games – while Sanju Samson, who performed well in the recent T20 World Cup, has not been retained in the playing XI.

Vihari urged the selection panel to apply a single, transparent standard for all players, stating, “All players should be treated by the same rule.” His comments sparked debate on social media about fairness and merit in the Indian squad’s selection process.

The controversy centres on the balance between giving opportunities to struggling young talent and rewarding proven performers, a debate that could shape future team selections for the remainder of the series and beyond.