Sanju Samson is an Indian cricketer who plays for India in ODIs and T20Is. He was part of the 2024 and 2026 T20 World Cup winning teams and was Player of the Tournament in 2026. He plays for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL and Kerala in domestic cricket.
He started cricket in Delhi, then moved to Kerala, making his first-class debut in 2011. He was vice-captain of India U19 in the 2014 U19 World Cup. He made his IPL debut in 2013 for Rajasthan Royals and won Emerging Player of the Year. He scored an unbeaten 212 in the 2019–20 Vijay Hazare Trophy and his first ODI century came against South Africa in December 2023.
Samson is an aggressive and elegant batsman. He holds the bat high, has fast hands, strong forearms, and great timing. He mostly plays shots straight and between cover and fine-leg. He rarely moves down the track and can hit aerial shots without losing balance. His power is compared to Sanju Samson and AB de Villiers. He is athletic and can field in any position.
5 Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About Sanju Samson
Plays Piano and Guitar Like a Pro
Sanju isn’t just about sixes. He can play the piano and guitar, and he sings too. That natural rhythm and timing on the keys? It shows up in his silky cover drives. Music and cricket both need perfect timing – and he’s got plenty of both.
Love Story Started with a Facebook Friend Request
Sanju’s marriage to Charulatha Remesh began with a simple Facebook friend request. They were classmates at Mar Ivanios College in Thiruvananthapuram, dated for five years, and married in December 2018. He calls her his “Beautiful Impact Player” – cricket lingo for his life partner. Adorable.
Set Off a Fire Alarm with a Plastic Cover
During the 2016 Australia tour, Sanju tried cooking an egg. He forgot to remove the plastic cover from the frying pan before putting it on the stove. Burning plastic triggered the alarm. A full fire brigade arrived. He got fined, but teammates still laugh about it.
Wanted to Be a Police Officer First
Before cricket stardom, Sanju dreamed of becoming an IPS officer, inspired by his Delhi Police constable father. When he failed to make Delhi’s Under-13 team at 13, his dad took early retirement and moved the family to Kerala. That sacrifice pushed him toward cricket instead.
Met Rajinikanth 21 Years After Promising
At age seven, Sanju told his parents he would meet superstar Rajinikanth at his home. He stayed a devoted fan for years. Twenty-one years later, the actor himself invited him over. A childhood promise fulfilled – with patience and pure fandom.
FAQs
Q. What is Sanju Samson’s role in cricket?
A. Sanju Samson is a wicketkeeper-batter for India.
Q. Which IPL team does Sanju Samson play for?
A. He plays for Chennai Super Kings.
Q. Has Sanju Samson won any major awards?
A. Sanju Samson was Player of the Tournament in the 2026 T20 World Cup.
Q. When did Sanju Samson make his IPL debut?
A. Sanju Samson debuted in the IPL in 2013 for Rajasthan Royals.
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