The India opener will lead an 18-member squad, which will kickstart its campaign against Madhya Pradesh at the PCA Stadium in Tira, near Mohali. Sanju Samson captains Kerala in SMAT 2026, leading an 18-player squad for the start against Madhya Pradesh. Sanju Samson has been named Kerala captain for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026 starting on Saturday, November 24, 2026.