India sits at a 2-2 deadlock with West Indies, the final T20I in Bengaluru promising to decide the series.
Sanju Samson has been the talk of the camp after a solid start in the fourth match, where he “looked settled and in control at the crease.” Former assistant coach Abhishek Nayar said the wicketkeeper‑batter was “dangerous” and back in his rhythm, ready to carry momentum into the decider.
The debate now turns to 15‑year‑old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Nayar admits the youngster’s inclusion would force a reshuffle at the top of the order, and he leans toward a bowling tweak instead of moving the batting lineup. “I’m tempted to play Sooryavanshi, but I’d not shift him out of his best position,” he added.
Squad adjustments are on the table: Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been added after Arshdeep Singh’s shoulder injury, and the decision on Kuldeep Yadav’s place will hinge on whether to drop Naman Dhir and move Nitish Reddy and Axar Patel up. These tweaks aim to sharpen the bowling attack without disturbing the batting core.
With the series on the line, India will look to clinch a 3‑2 victory on home soil, while the West Indies aim to snatch a series win in India. The pressure is on for a decisive performance in Bengaluru.