Definition Sanju Samson is an Indian international cricketer who plays for the Indian national cricket team in One Day Internationals (ODIs) and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). Domestically, he captains Kerala in the Ranji Trophy and the Vijay Hazare Trophy, and captains the Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Overview Born on November 11, 1994, in Pulluvila, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, Sanju Samson is primarily a right-handed wicket-keeper-batsman. He is known for his aggressive batting style, ability to hit boundaries, and his clean striking of the ball. Samson made his first-class debut for Kerala in 2011 and his IPL debut in 2013. His consistent performances in domestic cricket and the IPL led to his call-up to the national team. He made his T20I debut for India in 2015 and his ODI debut in 2021. He has been a prominent figure in the Rajasthan Royals franchise, eventually taking over as captain.
Etymology/Origin "Sanju Samson" is the given name of the individual. He was born Sanju Viswanath Samson. His father, Samson Viswanath, was a police constable and former football player. The name is common in the region of his birth in Kerala, India.
Characteristics
- Playing Role: Wicket-keeper-batsman.
- Batting Style: Right-handed, aggressive, often characterized by a clean hitting technique, a wide range of shots, and the ability to accelerate scoring quickly, particularly in limited-overs formats.
- Domestic Career: Samson has been a consistent run-scorer for Kerala in all formats of domestic cricket, often leading the team's batting efforts. He has been instrumental in several of Kerala's successful campaigns.
- IPL Career: He has been a cornerstone for the Rajasthan Royals franchise for many seasons. His performances have included scoring centuries and numerous half-centuries, establishing him as one of the league's impact players. He was appointed captain of the Rajasthan Royals in 2021.
- International Career: Represents India in T20Is and ODIs. While his international career has seen intermittent opportunities, he has displayed glimpses of his potential with match-winning contributions. He primarily bats in the middle order for the national team.
- Leadership: As captain of Rajasthan Royals, he has demonstrated leadership qualities, guiding the team to the IPL final in 2022.
Related Topics
- Cricket in India
- Indian Premier League (IPL)
- Rajasthan Royals
- Kerala Cricket Team
- Wicket-keeper-batsman