Chasing a daunting 196 against West Indies cricket team, India found themselves in early trouble before Samson produced an unbeaten 97 that will be remembered as one of the finest knocks of the tournament. Calm, composed, and technically sublime, the right-hander anchored the chase and carried his bat through to guide India to a five-wicket victory, keeping alive their dream of defending the title on home soil.
Head coach Gautam Gambhir was effusive in his praise after the match, describing the innings as a glimpse of Samson’s “true potential” — something the team had always believed in.
