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'Start Winning Games For India..,' Gautam Gambhir Urges Sanju Samson Before IPL 2024 Playoffs

Samson is in sublime form in IPL 2024 [AP]Samson is in sublime form in IPL 2024 [AP]

Explosive Indian keeper-batter Sanju Samson has earned massive applause for his scintillating performance in the IPL 2024. 

Leading Rajasthan Royals, the Kerala batter has amassed 504 runs at an average of 56 and a strike rate of 156.52. His clinical performance, as a batter as well as leader, has helped the franchise secure eight wins in thirteen matches. 

Meanwhile, former Indian opener Gautam Gambhir has urged Samson to extend his dream run and showcase his skills in national colours. 

As quoted by Crickit, Gambhir advised Samson to step up with the bat and help India win crucial matches in the upcoming T20 World Cup in the Caribbean and USA. 

"Now that you've gotten picked in the World Cup team, you have that opportunity—the kind that you need to make sure you start winning games for India if you get the chance. You have that experience of playing international cricket. You are not a newbie that you will wait any longer," Gambhir said. 

"You have tasted international cricket and you've done well in the IPL, and now you have the chance to play the World Cup. So, hopefully, Sanju shows the world what he is capable of at this stage. International cricket, that too in a stage like the World Cup, when you flourish, the whole world watches and takes note," he added. 

Samson has been picked in India's squad for the T20 World Cup starting next month. Considering Yashasvi Jaiswal's poor recent form, it won't be surprising if the Kerala batter starts in the playing XI, with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma opening the innings.