In a remarkable achievement, Indian opener Sanju Samson reached the milestone of 1000 T20 International (T20I) runs during the fifth match against South Africa. The match took place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Friday.
Sanju Samson’s Milestone Achievement
At 31 years old, Samson became the 14th Indian cricketer to achieve this significant landmark. His accomplishment places him among the elite group of players who have crossed 1000 runs in T20Is.
Context of the Match
Samson was included in the playing XI in place of Shubman Gill, who sustained an injury to his right toe before the previously scheduled fourth T20I in Lucknow was abandoned. Leading up to this game, Samson had amassed 995 runs in 51 T20I matches, boasting an average of 25.51 and an impressive strike rate of 147.40.
Comparison with Other Indian Cricketers
- Rohit Sharma holds the record for the most T20I runs among Indians, with 4231 runs in 159 matches.
- Samson’s achievement highlights his consistent performance in the shortest format of cricket.
This landmark not only underscores Samson’s potential but also adds depth to India’s batting lineup in the ongoing series against South Africa.
