In a dazzling display of skill and grit, Sanju Samson decisively silenced any doubts cast upon him by the team management, etching his name into Indian cricket history with a remarkable innings against Bangladesh in a T20I match. After the fleeting frustrations of the earlier games in the series where he failed to manifest his talent into substantial scores, Samson erupted in the grand finale held in Hyderabad on October 12, showcasing his extraordinary prowess on the field.
In a feat that sent ripples through the cricketing world, he became the very first Indian batter to snatch a T20I century against Bangladesh, achieving this milestone in a blistering 40 balls. This astonishing performance also marked the second-fastest century ever recorded in T20I cricket by an Indian, with only Rohit Sharma’s whirlwind 35-ball century from a 2017 clash against Sri Lanka in Indore placing higher. Samson didn’t just break records; he shattered the previous best of 89 runs established by Rohit Sharma against Bangladesh in this dynamic format.
India vs Bangladesh: 3rd T20I Highlights
From the outset, upon winning the toss and electing to bat, Samson appeared fiercely focused. His innings came alive with a flurry of boundless energy—nine boundaries and eight towering sixes culminating in a memorable three-figure score, marking an exhilarating first T20I century for him.
FASTEST HUNDREDS IN T20Is (FOR INDIA)
- Rohit Sharma – 35 balls vs Sri Lanka in Indore, 2017
- Sanju Samson – 40 balls vs Bangladesh in Hyderabad, 2024
Upon reaching this landmark, a beaming Samson, helmet in hand, reveled in the thunderous applause echoing from the stands, a moment of pure euphoria. The Rajasthan Royals captain shared a heartfelt embrace with his teammate, Suryakumar Yadav—who, not to be overshadowed, had his own explosive innings with a dazzling fifty off merely 23 balls—all contributing to an unforgettable chapter in India’s cricket saga.
