Sanju Samson Achieves Milestones: 8,000 T20 and 1,000 T20I Runs
Sanju Samson has reached significant milestones in his cricketing career, becoming a notable figure in T20 cricket. He has achieved over 8,000 runs in T20 matches and crossed the 1,000-run mark in T20 Internationals (T20Is).
Milestone Achievements
Samson’s remarkable achievement of 8,033 runs in T20 cricket came during the fifth T20I against South Africa. This match took place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Notably, this was Samson’s first appearance in the series, having replaced Shubman Gill.
Performance Highlights
- Samson scored 37 runs off 22 balls, featuring four fours and two sixes.
- He formed a solid opening partnership with Abhishek Sharma, adding 63 runs in just six overs.
- His innings ended when he was dismissed by George Linde in the 10th over.
Statistical Breakdown
Playing in his 320th T20 match, Samson has maintained an impressive average of 30.08. His overall batting statistics include:
- 6 centuries and 51 half-centuries.
- A strike rate exceeding 136.
Furthermore, in the recent Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, he surpassed 2,000 runs in the tournament, totaling 2,067 runs at an average of 30.39 over 83 matches.
T20I Achievements
In T20 Internationals, Samson reached the 1,000-run milestone, recording 1,032 runs in 52 matches. His batting average stands at 25.80, with a strike rate of 148.06 across 44 innings. He has three centuries and three fifties, all scored while opening the innings last year.
Indian Premier League Contributions
In the Indian Premier League (IPL), Samson has played in 177 matches, scoring 4,704 runs at an average of 30.94. His IPL statistics include:
- 26 fifties and three centuries.
- A strike rate of just under 140.
At 31 years old, Samson has captained the Rajasthan Royals since the 2021 season. He is set to join the Chennai Super Kings for IPL 2026 following a recent trade.
