Star India batter and wicket-keeper Sanju Samson was in action for Kochi Blue Tigers against Adani Trivandrum Royals in the second match of the Kerala Cricket League 2025 season, on Thursday, August 21.
Samson played under the leadership of his younger Saly in the Blue Tigers side and served the team as a special batter and a fielder.
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Adani Trivandrum Royals’ batting lineup crumbled like a house of cards as they were bowled out for just 97 runs in 20 overs. Akhin Sathar and Ashik Muhammed picked three wickets each to run riot against the Royals.
Captain Saly Samson did not get any wickets in the match but was extremely economical with his bowling as he leaked just eight runs in the two overs he bowled.
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Sanju Samson, unfortunately, did not come out to bat as he positioned himself in the middle order. Blue Tigers lost just two wickets on their way to chasing down the total, as they posted 99 runs for the loss of two wickets in 11.5 overs.
Sanju’s brother Saly was the star for his team with the bat, as he hit 50 runs in 30 balls and guided his team to glory. He was ably supported by Muhammed Shanu, who remained not out at 23.
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Sanju’s decision to come lower down the order could be an indication that the wicket-keeper batter is keeping himself ready to bat in the middle order, in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 for India.
With the selection of Shubman Gill in the squad as India’s vice-captain, there is a possibility that Gill could open the innings, alongside Abhishek Sharma, which might force Samson to bat in the middle.