Sanju Samson's spectacular unbeaten 97 powered India to a thrilling five-wicket victory over West Indies, securing a T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal spot. His match-winning knock, the highest in an Indian T20 World Cup chase, earned him immense praise from skipper Suryakumar Yadav, highlighting Samson's crucial contribution under pressure.

“It was a virtual quarterfinal, and to be 97 not out shows his quality. He's that sort of a player... when he gets in, he will hurt the opposition”

Gautam Gambhir praised Sanju Samson's match-winning 97 against the West Indies, highlighting his potential.

Sanju Samson's spectacular unbeaten 97 powered India to a thrilling five-wicket victory over West Indies, securing a T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal spot. His match-winning knock, the highest in an Indian T20 World Cup chase, earned him immense praise from skipper Suryakumar Yadav, highlighting Samson's crucial contribution under pressure.

Sanju Samson's spectacular unbeaten 97 guided India to a thrilling five-wicket victory over the West Indies at Eden Gardens, securing a T20 World Cup semifinal spot.

Sanju Samson described his match-winning performance as a dream come true, a culmination of years battling self-doubt.

‘Calm, composed and sublime’: Shastri lauds Sanju Samson’s special knock  The Daily Star

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Samson guides India to five-wicket win to reach last four T20 World Cup co-hosts play England in Mumbai on Thursday For the third time in three T20 World Cups, England will meet India in the semi-finals, after the co-hosts beat West Indies in what was in effect a quarter-final on Sunday night to seal their place in the final four and knock out their opponents. Sanju Samson, who lost his place in the side on the eve of the tournament before being recalled after India’s humbling Super 8s defe...

India secure a T20 World Cup semi-final showdown with England after a five-wicket victory over West Indies thanks to Sanju Samson's scintillating unbeaten 97.

India successfully chased down a 196-run target, defeating the West Indies by five wickets in Kolkata

India dominated Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup, with openers Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma providing a strong start.

The Police Commissioner says Samson Aruwa's actions were "absolutely remarkable".

“I never liked overthinking about one individual, as we are playing with two all-rounders and six batters,” said Sitanshu Kotak on Abhishek Sharma’s recent rut

The host nation suffered a 76-run defeat to South Africa in their Super Eights opener

Rinku misses Tuesday’s training at Chepauk due to a reported family emergency

Following a heavy defeat to South Africa in Super 8s, India's batting unit faces scrutiny, with assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate confirming that changes, including the potential inclusion of Sanju Samson, are being considered. The team's left-hand heavy top order has struggled, prompting a rethink of their strategy for upcoming crucial matches.

Suryakumar Yadav dismissed rumors of Sanju Samson replacing Abhishek Sharma or Tilak Varma, emphasizing confidence in the current lineup. He addressed concerns about Abhishek's form by highlighting the threat he poses to opponents. Yadav also defended Tilak Varma's cautious approach, stating it aligns with team strategy.

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Samson’s brilliance helps the defending champion edge West Indies in a virtual knockout game; however, the team needs to be more disciplined with the ball and improve its catching to get past England…

Sanju Samson's unbeaten 97 guided India to a five-wicket victory over West Indies, securing a T20 World Cup semifinal spot. Captain Suryakumar Yadav's heartfelt bow to Samson after the win symbolized immense respect and acknowledged the batter's crucial match-winning performance under pressure.

The batting coach admitted that some technical adjustments were made while Samson evolved

On Sunday, Sanju Samson delivered a defining 97 not out in a high-pressure T20 World Cup chase at the Eden Gardens.

Sanju Samson delivered a historic unbeaten 97, the highest T20 World Cup chase score by an Indian, to guide the team to a thrilling victory against the West Indies.

Samson hits 97 as India power past West Indies to seal semi-final spot Dhaka Tribune

The coach was quick to stress that the victory against the West Indies in a vital ICC T20 World Cup game here at the Eden Gardens, had the hallmark of teamwork

India secure a T20 World Cup semi-final showdown with England after a five-wicket victory over West Indies thanks to Sanju Samson's scintillating unbeaten 97.

Samson hits 97 not out, West Indian bowling falters in Kolkata as India set up World Cup semifinal against England.

Astrologer Greenstone Lobo predicts India will defeat the West Indies in their crucial Super 8 clash at Eden Gardens, citing favorable planetary alignments. Despite past losses and opener struggles, Lobo believes hidden opportunities and the potential inclusion of Sanju Samson will lead India to victory and a semifinal spot.

Sanju Samson expressed his delight at the warm reception in Chennai, now his IPL home ground with CSK.

Section V's top wrestlers, including Chris Noto and Samson McKissic Staley, compete at the NYSPHSAA wrestling championships.

If the gritty, pseudo-open-world brawler Samson: A Tyndalston Story (from former Just Cause and Mad Max developers) can keep its mission variety fresh – which is no small thing, I recognize – it’ll go a long way towards making its campaign enjoyable over the long haul, versus the extremely fun hour I had with it.

India face a crucial T20 World Cup match against Zimbabwe, with their qualification hopes hinging on other results. Batting order changes are likely, potentially seeing Sanju Samson open. Coach Kotak acknowledges batting struggles but defends recent performances. Axar Patel's return is also expected as India aims to regain momentum on a potentially high-scoring Chepauk pitch.

Team Indian honed their skills in Chennai ahead of their crucial Zimbabwe clash, with batting combinations dominating discussions for the T20 World Cup Super Eight contest. Rinku Singh was the notable

Following a heavy defeat to South Africa in Super 8s, India's batting unit faces scrutiny, with assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate confirming that changes, including the potential inclusion of Sanju Samson, are being considered. The team's left-hand heavy top order has struggled, prompting a rethink of their strategy for upcoming crucial matches.

MS Dhoni will be available for CSK in IPL 2026 but may not play every match, a franchise source confirmed. With Sanju Samson and other wicketkeepers in the squad, Dhoni’s workload could be managed, especially due to fitness concerns and the Impact Player rule. However, he is expected to feature in most home games at Chepauk, where his presence continues to electrify fans.

Suryakumar Yadav dismissed rumors of Sanju Samson replacing Abhishek Sharma or Tilak Varma, emphasizing confidence in the current lineup. He addressed concerns about Abhishek's form by highlighting the threat he poses to opponents. Yadav also defended Tilak Varma's cautious approach, stating it aligns with team strategy.

A former physical education teacher from Thiruvananthapuram, Joji Varghese, who moved to Canada for his children's future, fulfilled a lifelong dream by meeting his favourite cricketer, Sanju Samson. Now a massage therapist for the Canadian cricket team, Joji shared an emotional reunion with Samson during a practice session in India, highlighting Samson's humility and connection.

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar lauded Sanju Samson's match-winning performance against West Indies. Samson's unbeaten 97 guided India to victory in a crucial T20 World Cup match.

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has lauded Sanju Samson's performance, specifically his knock of 97 runs against West Indies, highlighting its significance for the player.

Sanju Samson's brilliant unbeaten 97 powered India into the T20 World Cup semifinals with a five-wicket victory over the West Indies. Despite a challenging target, Samson anchored the chase, showcasing his talent. Earlier, Jason Holder and Rovman Powell's late surge helped West Indies post a competitive 195.

Gautam Gambhir praised Sanju Samson's match-winning 97 against the West Indies, highlighting his potential.

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T20 World Cup 2026: Samson’s 97* Powers India Into T20 World Cup Semi-Final Showdown with England  The Daily Star Lebanon

Chennai Super Kings unveiled their new jersey for IPL 2026, featuring a bold camouflage design alongside their traditional colours. The five stars above the logo signify their championship wins. With a revamped squad including Sanju Samson and new talent, and Ruturaj Gaikwad leading, CSK aims for a record sixth title after a disappointing 2025 season.

India's top-order batters found form against Zimbabwe, setting a massive total of 256. Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson provided a strong opening, followed by impactful cameos from Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya. This resurgence offers confidence ahead of their crucial match against the West Indies.

The Appeal Committee, led by Mrs. Nkechi Chukwura, expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the APC congresses in Enugu, noting the absence of rancour or petitions.

Defending champions India are considering changes to their opening partnership for a crucial Super Eights match against Zimbabwe. With qualification on the line after a loss to South Africa, wicketkee

Following a disappointing loss against South Africa, the Indian cricket team faces a must-win scenario against Zimbabwe. Calls for adding a right-hander like Sanju Samson have intensified to counter predictable tactics, especially against off-spinners. Discussions are ongoing regarding potential changes to the playing XI to address tactical imbalances and improve performance.

Following a disappointing loss against South Africa, the Indian cricket team faces a must-win scenario against Zimbabwe. Calls for adding a right-hander like Sanju Samson have intensified to counter p

Samson Sky and AIR Tashkent have reached an agreement to bring the Switchblade flying car to the Uzbekistan market, marking a new development in regional transportation.

T20 World Cup: Will Sanju Samson replace Abhishek Sharma?  Gulf News

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A former physical education teacher from Thiruvananthapuram, Joji Varghese, who moved to Canada for his children's future, fulfilled a lifelong dream by meeting his favourite cricketer, Sanju Samson. Now a massage therapist for the Canadian cricket team, Joji shared an emotional reunion with Samson during a practice session in India, highlighting Samson's humility and connection.