Sanju Samson’s birthday: 3 times the Kerala cricketer proved his worth for Team India
Sanju Samson, turning 30 on November 11, 2024, has notable ODI and T20I performances for India. Let's take a look.
Sanju Samson turns 30 on November 11, 2024. He has played 16 ODI cricket matches for India and scored 510 runs at an average of 56.66. The Kerala wicketkeeper-batter has played 35 T20I matches for India and scored 701 runs with an average of 25.03.
On Sanju Samson’s birthday, let’s take a look at his stats and pick 3 of his best performances from Team India.
October 21, 2023
In the 3rd ODI against South Africa at Paarl, Sanju Samson scored a remarkable 108 runs from 114 balls, helping India set a target of 296/8 in 50 overs. His innings included 6 fours and 3 sixes, with a strike rate of 94.73.
Samson’s performance was crucial in India’s 78-run victory, earning him the Player of the Match award. Arshdeep Singh was awarded Player of the Series for his impressive bowling across the series as India won the 3-match ODI series 2-1
October 12, 2024
In the 3rd T20I against Bangladesh at Hyderabad, Sanju Samson delivered an outstanding performance, scoring a blistering 111 runs off just 47 balls. His aggressive innings included 11 fours and 8 sixes, with an incredible strike rate of 236.17.
His knock helped India reach a formidable total of 297/6 in 20 overs. India secured a comprehensive victory by 133 runs. Samson’s performance earned him the Player of the Match award.
November 8, 2024
In the 1st T20I against South Africa, Sanju Samson delivered an outstanding performance, scoring a remarkable 107 runs off just 50 balls. His powerful innings included 10 sixes and 7 fours, striking at an impressive rate of 214.00.
Samson’s explosive knock helped India reach 202/8 in 20 overs, ultimately leading them to a 61-run victory. For his match-winning contribution, he was awarded the Player of the Match award.
Sanju Samson in IPL 2025
The Rajasthan Royals (RR) have retained their captain for IPL 2025. Sanju Samson is among the 6 players whom the franchise has retailed. Sanju, along with Yashasvi Jaiswal, will get ₹18 crore whereas Riyan Parag and Dhruv Jurel will get ₹14 crore each. Shimron Hetmyer stays for ₹11 crore and Sandeep Sharma for ₹4 crore.
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First Published:11 Nov 2024, 10:28 AM IST
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