Indian Premier League vs England Test - Faf du Plessis - Samson needs to find a way to counter short-ball threat As the Indian cricket team continues to struggle against English pace, one area that has been identified as crucial is the need for Sanju Samson to develop a strategy to counter the short ball threat posed by James Anderson and his fellow quicks. The Indian wicket-keeper batsman has been in great form lately, but he will be aware that if he can't find a way to navigate the English attack's short-pitched deliveries, it could prove to be a major obstacle for India in their quest for success. Faf du Plessis, the former Proteas captain, believes that Samson needs to work on his footwork and reaction time to be able to play the short ball effectively. "When you're playing against a bowler like James Anderson, who is as skilled as he is, you need to have a clear plan of attack," du Plessis said in an exclusive interview with ESPNcricinfo. "For Sanju Samson, I think it's all about being able to adjust his footwork and reaction time so that he can play the short ball effectively. If you're not able to do that, then you're going to struggle." Du Plessis also emphasized the importance of mental toughness in dealing with the pressure-cooker environment of Test cricket. "Test cricket is a different beast altogether," he said. "You need to be mentally tough and have the ability to adapt quickly. If you can't handle the pressure, then it's going to be difficult for you to succeed at this level."#Sanju_Samson #England_Test #James_Anderson #Indian_Premier_League #Proteas #Faf_du_Plessis
