Sanju Samson has delivered some of the most impactful T20I innings, playing key roles in India’s victories against teams like Bangladesh, South Africa, Ireland, and Zimbabwe. His ability to anchor the innings and accelerate with boundaries and sixes has made him a crucial player in India’s T20I lineup.
1. 111 vs Bangladesh, Hyderabad, 2024
Sanju Samson scored a career-high 111 in the third T20I of the 2024 Bangladesh tour of India. Batting first, India posted a record total of 297/6, powered by Samson’s century, which included 11 fours and eight sixes. His 173-run partnership with Suryakumar Yadav set the tone for Hardik Pandya’s finishing touches. India won by 133 runs, and Samson was named Player of the Match for his maiden T20I century.
2. 109* vs South Africa, Johannesburg, 2024
Sanju Samson played a remarkable knock of 109 runs in the 2024 T20I against South Africa in Johannesburg, guiding India to a mammoth total of 283. His innings included six fours and nine sixes. However, despite his brilliant century, Samson’s performance was overshadowed by Tilak Varma, who scored an incredible 120 off just 47 balls. India dominated the match, winning by 135 runs. Samson’s knock remains one of his most memorable T20I performances.
3. 107 vs South Africa, Durban, 2024
During India’s 2024 tour of South Africa, Sanju Samson scored his second T20I century in Durban, amassing 107 off 50 balls, featuring seven fours and 10 sixes. He shared a crucial 77-run partnership with Tilak Varma for the fourth wicket. Samson’s explosive innings led India to a strong total, and they won the game by 61 runs. His match-winning performance was a standout in India’s successful outing.
4. 77 vs Ireland, Dublin, 2022
In 2022, Sanju Samson played a brilliant knock of 77 runs against Ireland in Dublin. Batting first, India posted 225/7, thanks to Samson’s 77 off 42 balls, which included nine fours and four sixes. He anchored the innings, forming a 176-run partnership with Deepak Hooda for the second wicket. India won the game in a thrilling finish, edging out Ireland by just two runs, with Samson’s innings playing a crucial role in the narrow victory.
5. 58 vs Zimbabwe, Harare, 2024
In 2022, Sanju Samson played a brilliant knock of 58* against Zimbabwe in Harare, batting at No. 4. India posted a challenging total of 167/6, with Samson’s 58 runs off 45 balls, which included one four and four sixes. His steady innings helped India secure a comfortable 42-run victory in the one-sided game, showcasing his ability to anchor the innings and contribute under pressure.