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. He expressed that every pain and disappointment can be transformed into strength if approached positively. The wicketkeeper-batsman credited his parents for his success.
In an interview, Sanju stated, “I was trained to view things positively from a young age. I believe that every pain, setback, and disappointment has made me stronger. This is why I was able to perform at this level. If we can use every hardship in life and career positively, it can become our greatest strength.”
He also expressed gratitude towards his parents, saying, “I am thankful to my parents for bringing cricket into my life. Everything I am today is because of them.” After the New Zealand series, Sanju felt quite disheartened, knowing he might not get a chance in the initial matches of the T20 World Cup 2026. During this tough time, his wife provided significant support, helping him stay mentally strong.
Sanju played his first match in the T20 World Cup 2026 during the Super-8 round against Zimbabwe, scoring only 22 runs. However, in a must-win match against the West Indies, he delivered an outstanding performance with an unbeaten 97 runs. In the semi-final against England, he scored a powerful 89 runs off just 42 balls. He maintained his excellent form in the final against New Zealand, scoring 89 runs off 46 balls. With this victory, the Indian team became the first in the world to win the T20 World Cup on home soil.
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