In a pivotal improvement for Kerala, Sanju Samson has been named the captain of their staff for the the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2024. The match is ready to start on November 23, with the ultimate scheduled for December 15. Kerala will look to make a robust impression beneath Samson’s dynamic management.
Samson, contemporary off a stellar efficiency within the T20I collection towards South Africa, brings a wealth of expertise to the Kerala facet. The 30-year-old wicketkeeper-batter was one among India’s standout performers within the four-match collection, smashing two centuries that performed an important position in India’s 3-1 victory.
Kerala discover themselves in Group E of the match, with all its group-stage matches slated to be held in Hyderabad. Their marketing campaign will kick off towards Companies on the opening day, November 23. This marks Samson’s return to home cricket following his participation within the Duleep Trophy 2024, the place he represented India D.
Kerala’s squad: A mix of youth and expertise
Kerala’s squad for SMAT 2024 encompasses a balanced mixture of seasoned gamers and rising expertise. Alongside Samson, skilled names like Sachin Child, Rohan Kunnummal and Jalaj Saxena will anchor the batting lineup. Vishnu Vinod and Mohammad Azharudeen add depth to the batting unit, whereas the bowling assault shall be spearheaded by Basil Thampi and Midhun S.
The staff additionally contains promising kids like Abdul Basith and Ajnas EM, who will goal to make their mark within the shortest format of the sport. With a strong mix of expertise and youthful exuberance, Kerala seems well-prepared for the challenges forward and their efficiency within the SMAT 2024 shall be intently watched, particularly with Samson on the helm. The staff is but to win the distinguished home T20 competitors, and this season provides a contemporary alternative to rewrite historical past.
Kerala’s squad for Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024
Sanju Samson (c), Sachin Child, Rohan Kunnummal, Jalaj Saxena, Vishnu Vinod, Mohd. Azharudeen, Basil Thampi, S Nizar, Abdul Basith, A Scaria, Ajnas EM, Sijomon Joseph, Midhun S, Vaisakh Chandran, Vinod Kumar CV, Basil NP, Sharafudeen NM, Nidheesh MD
