Sanju Samson's run-fest continues ahead of Asia Cup, sets KCL ablaze again with 83-run onslaught in team's winning cause

India's star wicketkeeper batter Sanju Samson is on a roll as he produced yet another masterful knock in the Kerala Cricket League (KCL) 2025. Sanju cracked a spellbinding fifty in Kochi Blue Tigers' three-wicket win over Alleppey Ripples on Sunday, August 31. Samson tonked 83 runs off just 41 balls against Alleppey Ripples, marking his fourth consecutive fifty-plus score in the league, a streak that also includes a century. The Kerala-batter helped his team chase down 177-run target 10 balls to spare.

Sanju Samson cracks another blistering fifty in KCL

Samson's innings began cautiously, but he quickly found his rhythm. After hitting his first boundary on his seventh ball, he followed it up with a six and then unleashed an all-out assault on the bowlers. Despite losing two partners during the powerplay while chasing a target of 177, Samson's exceptional form was on full display as he effortlessly cleared the boundary ropes. He hit a total of nine sixes and two fours. One of the most memorable shots was a no-look six early in his innings, a powerful display of his confidence and swagger. His determination was clear throughout the knock, which later included four consecutive sixes, showcasing a batter who is truly on a mission.

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With the Asia Cup approaching and Shubman Gill's recent selection, there have been questions about Samson's spot as an opener on the team. Despite this, Samson is doing everything he can to prove he is the best choice for the opening position. After a shaky start to the KCL 2025 playing in the middle order, he moved back to the opening spot and immediately blasted an incredible 121 runs off just 51 balls.

He has since maintained this phenomenal form, following up his century with three consecutive fifties, scoring 89, 62, and 83. By continuing to perform with this level of consistency, Samson hopes to demonstrate his full potential and secure his place in the upcoming Asia Cup.

India’s squad for Asia Cup: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Shubman Gill (VC), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav, Sanju Samson (WK), Harshit Rana, Rinku Singh
Standby players: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Prasidh Krishna, Washington Sundar, Riyan Parag and Dhruv Jurel