Sanju Samson, the Kerala-born cricketer, has always been known for his explosive batting skills, but his recent performance against Bangladesh in Hyderabad left no doubt about his capability. Samson’s remarkable innings, where he scored a blistering 111 off just 47 balls, including 11 fours and 8 sixes, captured the attention of fans and critics alike. His century came off just 40 balls, making it the second-fastest T20 century by an Indian, next to Rohit Sharma’s 35-ball record.
Dressing Room Celebrations After Samson’s Heroics
After his incredible knock, the dressing room atmosphere was electric. In a conversation with former cricketer Murali Karthik, Samson revealed that his teammates were thrilled for him. The Player of the Match award came with a lot of cheers and applause from his fellow players. Speaking about the mood in the dressing room, Sanju shared, “The energy in the dressing room was something else. Everyone was genuinely happy for me, and seeing their happiness made it all the more special.”
Battling Failures and Bouncing Back Strong
Sanju’s career has seen its share of highs and lows. Reflecting on his journey, Samson admitted that his path hasn’t been easy. Despite being a highly talented player, he has often faced failures. He said, “I’ve failed a lot. But, with time, I’ve learned to handle that pressure. Even in this series, I got out cheaply in the first two games, but today I just wanted to make the most of my opportunity.”
His words reflected the maturity that comes with experience, as he spoke about how handling failures has shaped his approach to the game. “I know I can do better, but it’s all about knowing how to deal with pressure. Over the years, I’ve learned to manage it well,” he said.
Gratitude for Team Support
Samson didn’t forget to acknowledge the immense support he received from the team management and coaches. Despite a few poor performances in recent matches, the team backed him, and he expressed his gratitude for their belief in him. “The leadership told me that they support me, no matter what. After getting out for zero twice in the last series, I went back to Kerala, wondering what would happen next, but here I am,” said Samson with a smile.
Five Sixes in an Over: A Dream Fulfilled
One of the most thrilling moments of the match came when Samson hit five consecutive sixes off leg-spinner Rishad Hussain. Explaining the story behind this, Samson revealed that it was something he had long been waiting to achieve. “My mentor always told me, ‘You need to hit five sixes in an over.’ I was chasing that, and today, it finally happened,” said Samson.
With this performance, Sanju Samson has once again shown his ability to change the course of a game. His confidence and sheer determination made his century against Bangladesh a memorable one, and fans are sure to expect more fireworks from him in the future.
