India cricketer Sanju Samson drew parallels between MS Dhoni and Roger Federer, praising Dhoni’s calm and effortless approach to the game. He also likened Virat Kohli to rising tennis star Carlos Alcaraz, highlighting Kohli’s aggressive and powerful playing style. Samson’s comments were made in anticipation of the upcoming Wimbledon tournament scheduled from June 29 to July 12.
Reflecting on the Indian women’s cricket team’s historic ODI World Cup victory in 2025 under Harmanpreet Kaur, Samson mentioned that it served as a significant inspiration for the men’s team ahead of their successful Men’s T20 World Cup campaign in 2026. Samson played a crucial role in India’s T20 World Cup win by scoring three consecutive half-centuries and earning the Player of the Tournament award.
Samson expressed pride in India’s achievements in cricket, emphasizing the hard work and dedication of the players. He recalled the excitement and support from fans during the World Cup matches, highlighting the unity and determination within the squad. The victories in both the women’s and men’s World Cups held in India set high standards for the team, motivating them to strive for success.
Looking forward to India’s upcoming match against Australia in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, Samson acknowledged the Australian team’s dominance in cricket history. Despite Australia’s past successes, Samson noted the shift in dynamics, with India now holding the championship title and approaching matches with a competitive spirit. He expressed respect for Australia as formidable opponents in the upcoming game at Lord’s on June 28.
