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Samson: Constant Meetings and Activities Keep India "Switched On" Amidst Rain Delays
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News18•30-09-2026, 15:30
Samson: Constant Meetings and Activities Keep India "Switched On" Amidst Rain Delays
- •Sanju Samson stated that constant team meetings and activities are keeping the Indian team "switched on" despite incessant rains in Japan disrupting training and competition time.
- •India has been in Japan for 10 days but has only played one five-overs-a-side game due to weather, with their first proper training session scheduled for Wednesday.
- •The team's opening Asia Games quarterfinal against Afghanistan was abandoned due to rain; India will face Sri Lanka in the semifinal on Thursday.
- •Samson highlighted that off-field team activities, discussions about cricket, and gym conditioning have helped maintain team rhythm despite the weather.
- •He emphasized the importance of staying aware and switched on for the sudden semifinal, noting the team's excitement to play a proper game of cricket.
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Despite continuous rain disrupting training and competition in Japan, opener Sanju Samson noted that the team has stayed focused through constant meetings, team activities, and gym conditioning sessions.
After having their opening quarterfinal match against Afghanistan abandoned due to rain, India is set to play against Sri Lanka in the semifinal.
Sanju Samson highlighted that the Indian Premier League (IPL) and a strong domestic cricket structure, where players consistently participate in matches, have played a massive role in developing immense talent.
