Sanju Samson’s powerful batting has caught the cricketing world’s attention, with fans and cricketing legends alike taking notice. Recently, former South African captain and batting legend AB de Villiers expressed his support for Samson, suggesting that the talented wicketkeeper-batter could excel in all three formats.
Sanju Samson’s Recent Form in T20Is
Samson’s recent T20 performances have been nothing short of spectacular. In the last two T20Is, he has smashed consecutive centuries, one against Bangladesh and another against South Africa. His innings of 111 off 47 balls against Bangladesh in Hyderabad showcased his explosive hitting, while his 107 off 50 balls against South Africa in Durban further proved his consistency.
De Villiers’ Praise for Samson
AB de Villiers recently praised Samson on his YouTube channel, expressing his desire to see Samson play in all formats. De Villiers highlighted that Samson has reached a new level in his game, with an approach suited for various conditions worldwide. This endorsement from one of the game’s legends brings a renewed focus to Samson’s potential in Indian cricket.
“Sanju has upped the gear in his game. I hope the selectors are watching this for all the formats. I want to see this guy play all the formats. I think he is really, special, someone who can play all the formats in all conditions around the world. Something has clicked in the Sanju Samson world; whether it’s the coaching staff, I doubt it,” ABD said.
Coaches like VVS Laxman and Gautam Gambhir have played a significant role in Samson’s journey. While de Villiers noted that Samson’s maturity seems self-driven, the support and guidance from India’s coaching staff have undoubtedly contributed to his development. Their insights have helped Samson hone his skills and enhance his game for the international stage.
“No disrespect to VVS Laxman, Gautam Gambhir, Ryan ten Doeschate, and Morne Morkel, whoever is a part of the coaching group. I just feel that this guy has reached the maturity point; he has realised something. It is exciting to all of us Samson fans. I think there is another gear, a sixth gear; I want to see it unfold,” he added.
AB de Villiers and Samson’s Shared Connection
Over the years, de Villiers and Samson have built a mutual respect, with de Villiers openly admiring Samson’s style. Their connection adds a layer of confidence to Samson’s game, as de Villiers’ support reinforces Samson’s belief in his abilities.
“Sanju Samson, who scored a massive 100. Back-to-back T20 hundreds, incredible. I am incredibly proud of the guy. I say proud because I do have a personal connection with him. We have been in touch for several years now. I have always been a big fan of Sanju Samson; I just love the way he plays, and I always want him to do well.”
“He scored a 100 once at the Chinnaswamy Stadium against RCB. I was on the park, and I realised that day that this guy is something special, and he is proving me right. For those of you who have followed Sanju Samson, I haven’t often seen him bat at a strike rate of more than 200; he is generally more conservative; he is usually between 140 and 160, and both these hundreds he has scored back-to-back have been very, very fast, especially this last hundred,” he added.
Samson’s versatility is one of his biggest assets. His technical prowess allows him to adjust to different formats, a trait essential for a three-format player. Unlike many players who struggle with the transition, Samson has shown the adaptability needed to succeed across T20s, ODIs, and potentially, Tests.
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