Cricket legend AB de Villiers shared insights on Sanju Samson’s inclusion in India’s South Africa tour, anticipating the Kerala cricketer to thrive on Proteas wickets.<\/p>\n
De Villiers, on his YouTube channel, expressed enthusiasm about Samson’s presence in the ODI squad highlighting the challenge of facing bounce and movement in South Africa.<\/p>\n
“It’s great to see him in the team. He will enjoy the South African wickets. He stands tall when he bats. There’s a bit of bounce and movement and all the batters will be tested,” ABD said.<\/p>\n
The 29-year-old made his ODI debut in 2021 against Sri Lanka and following that he has appeared in 13 matches and scored 390 runs with a strike rate of 104.<\/p>\n
He further added that Samson will do well on South African pitches and India will also have an extra advantage since the Keralite cricketer gives an option with the gloves.<\/p>\n
“But someone like Sanju, I think, will do well. And he also gives you an option with the gloves,” he added.<\/p>\n
Samson, solely part of the ODI squad for the tour, offers versatility. The series kicks off with T20Is on December 10, followed by ODIs starting December 17.<\/p>\n