Thiruvananthapuram, March 9: India clinched the T20 World Cup title for a record third time by defeating New Zealand. Sanju Samson, who played a crucial role with the bat, was named Player of the Tournament. In a recent interview, he expressed that every pain and disappointment can be transformed into strength if approached positively. The wicketkeeper-batsman credited his parents for his success, stating, “I am what I am today because of them.”
Samson shared, “I was trained from childhood to look at things positively. I believe that every pain, setback, and disappointment has made me stronger. This is why I was able to perform well. If every pain and setback in life and career is used positively, it can become your greatest strength.”
He also expressed gratitude towards his parents for introducing him to cricket, saying, “I am thankful to my parents for bringing cricket into my life. I owe everything to them.” Samson revealed that he felt quite broken after the New Zealand series and was aware that he might not get a chance in the early matches of the T20 World Cup 2026. During this tough time, his wife provided significant support, helping him stay mentally strong.
In the T20 World Cup 2026, Samson played his first match in the Super-8 round against Zimbabwe, scoring only 22 runs. However, in a must-win match against the West Indies, he delivered a stellar performance with an unbeaten 97 runs. In the semi-final against England, he scored a powerful 89 runs off just 42 balls. In the final against New Zealand, the wicketkeeper-batsman maintained his excellent form, scoring 89 runs from 46 balls. The Indian team became the first in the world to win the T20 World Cup title on home soil.
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