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Sanju Samson explains why India aren’t missing Jasprit Bumrah against West Indies

India’s T20I series against the West Indies remained tied at 2-2 after a hard-fought 24-run defeat in Hyderabad, where the hosts fell short of a 248-run target despite a spirited chase. Sanju Samson provided a fiery start with 56 off 23 balls, but key wickets—particularly Tilak Varma’s dismissal by Romario Shepherd—derailed India’s momentum after a crucial partnership with Nitish Kumar Reddy had reignited their hopes.

The West Indies, batting first, posted 247/3, with Shai Hope anchoring their innings with an unbeaten century.

Samson, reflecting on India’s bowling depth, emphasized that while Jasprit Bumrah’s absence is felt, younger talents like Arshdeep Singh and Prince Yadav have stepped up impressively. He acknowledged Bumrah’s irreplaceable value but praised the team’s ability to adapt, noting that the younger bowlers’ performances will only improve with more opportunities.

The loss, though disappointing, underscored India’s resilience in high-pressure situations, with Samson highlighting the pressure-handling skills of Varma and Reddy after early setbacks.

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