Sanju Samson feels both grateful and emotional over a milestone he has chased for a decade. Remarkably, the Indian batsman recently became the fourth player in T20I history to achieve consecutive centuries in back-to-back innings. Indeed, his recent form has secured his place in cricket history.
In the third T20I against Bangladesh, Samson shined as he scored 107 off 50 balls. Notably, his powerful innings included seven fours and ten towering sixes. This knock set a new record for the highest individual T20I score between India and South Africa, surpassing David Miller’s 106 from 2022.
Reflecting on his form, the 29-year-old shared his deep emotions. “If I think a lot, I will get emotional. I waited for this moment for 10 years. I’m very happy, grateful, and blessed,” Samson said after his impressive innings. Nevertheless, he added that he plans to “stay grounded” and “enjoy the moment.”
Samson’s stellar performance, moreover, laid the foundation for India’s success at Kingsmead. His efforts earned him the well-deserved Player of the Match award. Speaking about his joy in playing with freedom, Samson emphasized the team’s aggressive approach. “I really enjoyed my time in the middle. It’s about making the most of my form,” he said. “We focus on being aggressive and putting the team first.”
Importantly, Samson acknowledged the significance of his approach in a key match against South Africa. “After a few balls, you start looking for boundaries. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t, but today it paid off,” he explained. He also noted South Africa’s strength at home and emphasized the importance of starting the series on a high note.
Following their 61-run win, India now heads to Gqeberha for the second T20I on Sunday, eager to build on their strong opening performance.
