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‘Taking the blame on myself’: Sanju Samson responds to ‘runs not flowing’ question after Ranchi masterclass

India’s Sanju Samson silenced recent criticism with a commanding 82 off 41 balls in Ranchi, accelerating after a dropped catch at just six runs to dismantle the West Indies in the second T20I. The knock—featuring nine fours and four sixes—marked a stark contrast to his recent struggles, including scores of 9, 7, 2, and 11 in four consecutive T20 matches.

Despite pressure from fans and analysts questioning his form, Samson targeted Akeal Hosein early, smashing three fours and three sixes inside the powerplay to set the tone for India’s chase.

Reflecting on his recent slump, Samson took full responsibility, dismissing excuses and emphasizing the team-first mentality required in professional cricket. The 31-year-old opener, who had faced bench-warming speculation amid Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s occasional inclusion, insisted results in T20s are unpredictable and focused on delivering for his country.

His aggressive approach in Ranchi—following a series where he and Abhishek Sharma opened—highlighted his ability to turn games when needed, even after a slow start.

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