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Samson Defends Bowlers and Points to Turning Point After West Indies Loss
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News18•15-10-2026, 09:45
Samson Defends Bowlers and Points to Turning Point After West Indies Loss
- •Sanju Samson defended India's bowlers after a 24-run defeat to the West Indies, stating that emerging pacers will improve with more experience and matches.
- •Samson identified the dismissal of Tilak Varma as the turning point of India's failed run chase after they were bowled out for 223.
- •West Indies leveled the five-match series at 2-2 following a brilliant unbeaten 102 by Shai Hope and a five-wicket haul by Keemo Paul.
- •Samson praised Shai Hope for his controlled knock and acknowledged the series decider awaiting both teams in Bengaluru.
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Sanju Samson identified Tilak Varma's dismissal as the crucial turning point that halted India's momentum during their run chase in the fourth T20 international.
Sanju Samson defended the bowlers by stating that while they lack a replacement for the rested Jasprit Bumrah, the emerging fast bowlers will gain necessary improvement and confidence through more match experience.
The series-deciding fifth T20 match between India and the West Indies is scheduled to take place in Bengaluru on Saturday with the series tied at 2-2.
