Asia Cup 2025: Will Sanju Samson drop to No. 5?

Though expected to open, Samson chose to bat lower down the order, signaling his adaptability ahead of the Asia Cup 2025

In the KCL clash, Samson didn’t get to bat, but his decision to demote himself subtly hinted at accepting a middle-order role

With Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill likely to open, and Tilak Varma set for No. 3, Samson`s usual spots are occupied

Suryakumar Yadav is expected to bat at No. 4, while Hardik Pandya will likely slot in at No. 6, leaving No. 5 open for Samson

Though he prefers opening or No. 3, Samson may need to adjust to No. 5, possibly his only route into the playing XI for the Asia Cup