T20 WC: Why Sanju Samson is not in India’s playing XI against USA

Sanju Samson was omitted from India’s T20 World Cup 2026 opening XI against the USA. Ishan Kishan takes his place at the top, with Suryakumar Yadav confirming the changes. Jasprit Bumrah is also out due to illness, replaced by Mohammed Siraj. Washington Sundar also missed out.