Indian wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson has made headlines during the first T20I against South Africa on November 8, 2024. He has become the first Indian player to score centuries in back-to-back T20I innings. This remarkable achievement places him among the elite players in the format.
Sanju Samson Scores Back-to-Back Centuries
Samson reached this significant milestone by scoring his second consecutive century in just 47 balls. His innings featured an impressive display of power hitting, including nine sixes and seven fours. This performance not only highlights his batting prowess but also underscores his growing importance in the Indian cricket team.
In his previous match against Bangladesh, Samson scored his maiden T20I century, making 111 runs off 47 balls. During that game, India set a record total of 297 runs, showcasing their dominance over the Bangladeshi side. With this, Sanju Samson became the first Indian batter to score back-to-back centuries in T20I.
Consistent Sanju Samson
This match marks the first time in his T20I career that Samson has scored over 50 runs in consecutive innings. Achieving two centuries back-to-back is a rare feat, and he is now recognized as one of the most talented players in international cricket. His recent performances have solidified his position as a key player for India.
Samson’s ability to perform under pressure was evident as he began his innings against South Africa with confidence. Despite facing some challenging deliveries from bowler Gerald Coetzee, he maintained his composure and rhythm throughout his innings. Samson put up crucial partnerships with skipper Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma for the third and fourth wickets respectively.
The Journey to the Century
Sanju Samson entered the match with momentum from his previous performance against Bangladesh. He wasted no time getting into form, quickly finding boundaries and building a solid score. His elegant stroke play and powerful hitting made him a joy to watch for fans and commentators alike.
Samson’s century came to an end when he was dismissed by young leg-spinner Nqabayomzi Peter after scoring 107 runs off 50 balls. Sanju’s innings included 7 fours and 10 gigantic sixes.
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