The Rajasthan Royals seem to be back in the game, shaking off a rough start where they lost their first two matches. They bounced back strong, notching up two wins in a row. Their first victory came against the Chennai Super Kings in a nail-biter held in Guwahati. They built on that momentum with a convincing win over the Punjab Kings while playing away, giving them four points in total, although they still find themselves in the lower half of the points table.
Looking forward, the team aims to keep up this winning streak and climb higher up the standings. Captain Sanju Samson has been a major contributor to their recent success, especially during the match against Punjab, where he and Yashasvi Jaiswal set a solid foundation for the team’s performance. As they gear up for their next game against the Gujarat Titans, Sanju not only wants to keep the wins coming but is also eyeing some personal achievements that are just within reach.
7500 runs in T20 format
First off, he’s just 19 runs away from hitting the milestone of 7,500 runs in T20 cricket. Since stepping onto the T20 scene with his home state team Kerala back in 2011, Sanju has built a solid reputation as one of India’s go-to T20 players. He has played for the Indian team in T20 internationals and has had stints with the Delhi Daredevils and the Rajasthan Royals in the IPL. Known for his skillful batting and elegant strokes, he is on the brink of celebrating a significant milestone before the matchup with Gujarat.
100 dismissal for Rajasthan Royals
In addition to his batting achievements, Sanju is also on the verge of another notable record as a wicketkeeper. He is only four dismissals shy of reaching 100 dismissals for the Rajasthan Royals, including his performances in both the IPL and Champions League T20. At 30 years old, Sanju has proven to be a dependable presence behind the stumps, consistently making impressive catches and smart stumpings that have fans cheering. His quick reflexes have made him a standout performer, especially in T20 matches. Getting to that 100 dismissals mark will further solidify his reputation as one of the most influential wicketkeepers in the IPL’s recent history.
100 dismissal in IPL
Finally, Sanju’s dismissal count in the IPL stands at 98, which includes his time with the Delhi Daredevils from 2016 to 2017. While most of his memorable plays with Delhi involved fielding, he still showcased his skills behind the stumps there too. To date, he’s achieved 23 catches, managed 59 dismissals behind the stumps, and completed 16 stumpings. He needs just two more dismissals to reach that 100 mark in IPL history, a feat only a few players have accomplished, which will undeniably add to his value as a player on the field.
All said, the Rajasthan Royals are looking to build on their recent success while Sanju Samson stands on the brink of notable personal milestones that could add to his legacy in the game.
