Sanju Samson has been in unpredictable form recently, producing a mix of brilliance and inconsistency. The Indian batter, who smashed two consecutive centuries earlier, also registered two ducks in the second and third T20Is of the ongoing series. However, Samson reminded everyone of his class in the final T20I in Johannesburg with a dazzling half-century that he reached in style by smashing a six. His fireworks continued as he launched another six immediately after his fifty, but this time, the shot had unintended consequences.
During the 10th over, Samson brought up his fifty with a brilliant maximum off the first ball. The next delivery, a fuller one on middle and leg, was right in his hitting zone. He unleashed his power, sending the ball soaring over deep mid-wicket. Unfortunately, in the crowd, a young girl wasnโt paying attention to the trajectory of the ball, and it struck her on the jaw.
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The impact was brutal, leaving her in tears as onlookers rushed to her aid, offering ice treatment to ease the pain. Samson, showing genuine concern, quickly apologized upon noticing the girl had been hit. It was a poignant reminder of how thrilling yet unpredictable cricket can be, especially in the high-octane atmosphere of a T20 game.
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Despite the incident, Sanju Samsonโs innings didnโt lose momentum. Partnering with Tilak Varma, who smashed a rapid 22-ball fifty, Samson kept up the onslaught. Together, they pushed Indiaโs total beyond the 200-run mark by the 15th over, unleashing chaos at the Wanderers Stadium.
The pairโs electrifying partnership left South African bowlers scrambling for answers as India appeared poised for a record-setting total on South African soil. Sanju Samsonโs explosive knock not only showcased his ability to dominate bowlers but also emphasized his role as a match-winner in the shortest format.
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With such performances, he continues to strengthen his case for more consistent opportunities in Indiaโs crowded batting lineup. Meanwhile, the unfortunate incident with the young fan also highlighted the unpredictable nature of cricket, where moments of joy and concern can intertwine unexpectedly.
