Sanju Samson

Sanju Samson is an Indian cricketer who played a key role in India's victory at the 2026 T20 World Cup. He is a batsman known for his impactful performances. Samson became newsworthy due to his significant contributions throughout the tournament, particularly in crucial matches. He scored 89 runs in the semifinal against England, helping India secure a 7-run victory and a place in the final. Prior to that, he played a match-winning unbeaten innings of 97 against the West Indies in a must-win Super Eight stage game. His consistent performance under pressure was instrumental in India's journey to the final, where they defeated New Zealand. Samson's batting fireworks, alongside Abhishek, contributed to India's record-breaking win, marking their third T20 World Cup title.