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Samson opens up on India's race against time for NZ

India’s opener Sanju Samson has emphasized the extreme time constraints facing the team as they prepare for the five-match T20I series against New Zealand, which begins on October 22. With just one day allocated for batting practice and only five days separating the conclusion of their home series against the West Indies, Samson stressed that experience will be the team’s greatest asset.

The rapid transition to New Zealand’s unfamiliar conditions—where the squad will arrive on October 20 and play their first match the following day—means players will rely on quick adaptation, assessing pitch behavior within just a few balls. Samson noted that the series serves as a critical stepping stone for the 2028 T20 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand, adding urgency to their preparation despite the tight schedule.

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