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“India’s Predicted XI vs Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I: Sanju Samson’s Status Uncertain”

As India prepares for the third and final T20I against Sri Lanka, some changes to the playing XI are anticipated. Despite securing a series win with a seven-wicket victory in the second T20I, the team, under new coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Suryakumar Yadav, is likely to make adjustments in the final match. With the series already clinched, the focus will be on giving opportunities to some of the benched players.

India’s performance has been impressive throughout the series. Their aggressive approach and effective execution have overshadowed Sri Lanka’s inconsistent batting, particularly their struggles during the middle overs. Suryakumar Yadav’s leadership and batting have been instrumental, with notable contributions of 58 and 26 in the first two games.

Shubman Gill’s fitness remains uncertain after missing the second game due to a stiff neck. His potential replacement, Sanju Samson, had a brief and challenging outing in the previous match, scoring a golden duck. Samson’s performance has been under scrutiny, as he continues to seek consistent form in the squad.

Yashasvi Jaiswal has emerged as a key player, contributing significantly with his aggressive batting. Alongside him, the rest of the squad is expected to feature a mix of established stars and potential future contributors.

For Sri Lanka, Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Perera have shown promise at the top, but the team’s middle-order collapse has been a recurring issue. India’s bowlers, especially spinners like Ravi Bishnoi, have capitalized on these weaknesses, showcasing their skill in controlling the game.

Here’s a look at India’s predicted XI for the 3rd T20I:

  • Shubman Gill
  • Yashasvi Jaiswal
  • Suryakumar Yadav (Captain)
  • Rishabh Pant/Sanju Samson
  • Hardik Pandya
  • Rinku Singh
  • Riyan Parag
  • Washington Sundar
  • Ravi Bishnoi
  • Mohammed Siraj
  • Khaleel Ahmed

The team management will likely use this final match to test different combinations and strategies ahead of future fixtures.

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