‘He’ll keep on getting 50s and 60s’ - Sunil Gavaskar backs Sanju Samson after match-winning knock

Samson's controlled aggression wins over Gavaskar

Samson came good in the second T20I vs Afghanistan (Sep 15, Delhi) — 57 off 22, 7x4 + 4x6, SR 259.09. India chased down 160 with 31 balls to spare, sealing an unassailable series lead.

Gavaskar's take? Straight to the point — it's the consistency that impresses him. Openers get the bulk of the strike in a T20, hence the most scoring opportunities. Samson played himself in early, then turned the screw later. Gav's verdict: keep that approach up and he'll be racking up 50s and 60s regularly. He won't ever fail.

The caveat from the legend: the only time Samson looks vulnerable is when he goes bang-bang from ball one — and honestly, that's only justified when you're chasing 190-200 with no other option. Otherwise, adapting to the match situation is what separates him.

Context matters here — this fifty was a proper bounce-back after he was out for 10 in the opener. His return to the squad came after resting for the Zimbabwe tour (where Sooryavanshi took Series honors). Pressure, big knock. That's the profile you want in an opener.

Source: Crictracker