That changed at the T20 World Cup 2026, where Sanju Samson played three important knocks in successive matches, including the final. However, he answered his critics in style in Ranchi on Friday, scoring an 82 off 41 balls. For Sanju Samson , being in a ‘pressure-cooker situation’ has been a perennial challenge. In some ways, he was responsible for it too. A precocious talent, Samson has often found the backing of former cricketers. Yet, he could not get consistent opportunities as the big runs would not come on a regular basis. However, a lean patch followed. On the tours of Ireland and England, Samson failed to make an impact. With the rise of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi , the opener from Kerala had one extra challenge to face.
“So that is totally fine and I am taking the blame on myself.
You do your preparation, you do your practice, you do your training, you do everything possible in your hands,” Samson said. That is my job and I try to do it every time I step out onto the ground,” Samson said. “Nothing. I don’t think so. I think being a professional cricketer playing for India, I think you definitely take care of the professional side of it. I don’t blame anyone else for not scoring runs, actually.
