A viral video has stirred discussions across social media, featuring Samson Viswanath, father of Indian cricketer Sanju Samson, making a series of allegations about his son’s international cricket career. In the video, Viswanath claims that former Indian captains MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma hindered the progress of Samson’s career, allegedly leading to the waste of a decade of his potential international impact.
Additionally, he voiced disappointment with former Indian head coach Rahul Dravid, someone his son admired during his formative years.
Sanju Samson has faced challenges securing a consistent spot in India’s playing XI, despite recent performances that have showcased his talent. He recently achieved a milestone as the first Indian player to score back-to-back centuries in T20 Internationals.
Here is the video:
Sanju samson father accused Dhoni,Rohit and Kohli for not picking his son in the team when he was averaging 28 in list A,35 in FC, and 27 in ipl until 2020
— π (@shinzohattori5) November 12, 2024
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This breakthrough, however, reportedly came after a long struggle for regular game time, a situation that improved following Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s exit from T20I formats earlier this year.
Viswanath’s claims highlight what some have considered persistent issues within Indian cricket’s selection dynamics, sparking debate on how opportunities are distributed and the role of senior players and management in shaping younger players’ careers.
