By Jameel Aahmed Milansar - The Official Fan of Indian Cricket
The cricketing world witnessed a masterclass from Sanju Samson as he steered India to a thrilling victory against West Indies, securing their spot in the T20 World Cup semi-finals. His unbeaten 97-run knock was a testament to his skill and composure under pressure. What makes this innings even more remarkable? Samson wasn't even in the initial squad—he got his chance only when Rinku Singh became unavailable.
One can't help but wonder what might have been if Samson had received more opportunities earlier. The BCCI and selection committee's approach has drawn sharp criticism for stifling talent, and Sanju's success is a stark reminder of this failure. As the great Khushwant Singh once said, "The trouble with Indians is that they are too clever by half." Here, the selectors have been too clever, overlooking a player of Samson's caliber.
The committee's penchant for experimentation and favoritism has cost India valuable wins and demoralized talented players. It's high time they stepped back and reevaluated. As I always say, "The best way to get rid of a bad habit is to give it up."
The solution is simple: Give players like Samson more chances and back them through failures. Focus on building a strong team, not playing favorites. Put the team's interests above individual egos and let talent shine.
The real test of character comes not in comfort, but in adversity. It's time for the BCCI and selection committee to prove theirs—and give Sanju Samson and other of his calibre the opportunities they deserve. Establish a transparent selection process, offer consistent backing, and prioritize the team.
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