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'That wicket caused India's downfall' - Varun Aaron on Sanju Samson's dismissal in 4th T20I

During the fourth encounter of the T20I series on October 14, 2026, the visiting squad put up a formidable total of 247/3 after being put in to bat. In response, the batting side fell short by 24 runs, getting bundled out for 223.

Opening batter Sanju Samson delivered an aggressive knock of 56 from 23 deliveries, featuring six boundaries and four maximums, alongside an opening stand of 50 runs in 19 balls with partner Abhishek Sharma. Following Samson's dismissal by Keemo Paul, who finished with five wickets for 41 runs, the run chase lost its necessary momentum.

Former fast bowler Varun Aaron pointed out that Samson's departure marked the turning point of the fixture, noting how his fluent strokeplay came to a halt after being struck by a bouncer. Abhishek struggled to find his timing while contributing 29 runs from 24 balls before falling to Gudakesh Motie, a difficulty compounded by facing very few deliveries during the powerplay and later running into bowler Roston Chase.

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