Indian wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson expressed his gratitude towards fans for their overwhelming support following his impressive performance against the West Indies in the Super 8s final, securing India’s spot in the T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals. Samson’s unbeaten 97 off 50 balls played a crucial role in India’s victory over the West Indies by five wickets in a high-stakes match at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, witnessed by 67,000 spectators.
After his remarkable innings, Samson received praise from fans and the cricket community alike. He took to Instagram to thank everyone for the love and support, acknowledging the outpouring of affection and well-wishes he received. Samson expressed his appreciation, stating, “Just wanted to reach out and convey my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who showed love, support, and kept me in prayers.”
Samson’s standout performances in the T20 World Cup 2026, including crucial knocks against Namibia and Zimbabwe, led to his resurgence in the team after a defeat to South Africa. His impactful innings in the Super 8s match against Zimbabwe, where he scored 24 runs before his explosive knock of 97, propelled India to the semi-finals. The defending champions will now face England in the upcoming semi-final at Wankhede Stadium.
