Sanju Samson record in IND vs SA 1st T20I: Sanju Samson scripted history by scoring a "record-shattering century" in IND vs SA 1st T20I in Durban, reaching the landmark in just 47 balls. With this feat, he became the first Indian player to score centuries in two back-to-back T20I innings.
In October earlier this year, Sanju Samson scored a brilliant 111 runs in the final match of the series against Bangladesh. Now, in his very next innings, he has followed it up with another century, this time against South Africa.
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Sanju Samson joins an elite list of players, including France's Gustav Mckeon, South Africa's Riley Rousseau, and England's Phil Salt, who have scored two consecutive centuries in T20 cricket. In IND vs SA 1st T20I, Samson was dismissed by Nqabayomzi Peter after smashing 107 runs off 50 balls, featuring 7 fours and 10 sixes.
Sanju Samson breaks MS Dhoni's record
After losing the toss and being asked to bat first, India had a steady start. However, Sanju Samson, along with captain Suryakumar Yadav, played some sensational cricket. Samson brought up his half-century in just 27 balls.
Sanju Samson has equaled the record for most 50+ scores by an Indian wicketkeeper in T20Is, achieving the feat three times. Along with Ishan Kishan and KL Rahul, who have also scored 50+ three times each, Samson stands out. In contrast, Rishabh Pant and MS Dhoni have each reached the 50-run mark only twice in T20 internationals.
Fastest Indian to score a century in T20Is against South Africa
Samson smashed 107 runs off 50 balls, including 7 fours and 10 sixes, before being caught out while attempting his 11th six. With this knock, he also set a new record, becoming the fastest Indian to score a century in T20Is against South Africa.
Also, Samson has made history by scoring centuries in two consecutive T20 Internationals, becoming the first Indian player to achieve this incredible feat.