Sanju Samson Makes History with Century Against Mumbai Indians

Sanju Samson has made history by scoring the first century for Chennai Super Kings against Mumbai Indians in IPL matches. His remarkable innings of 101 runs off 54 balls not only highlights his talent but also marks his second century of the season. After a rocky start, Samson has bounced back impressively, leading CSK in runs this season. This performance sets a challenging target for MI, showcasing his crucial role in the team's success. Read on to discover more about his journey and impact in the IPL.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 23, 2026, 23:43 IST

Samson's Historic Century

Sanju Samson made headlines by becoming the first batter from Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to score a century against the Mumbai Indians. He joins the ranks of Rohit Sharma and Sanath Jayasuriya as the only players to achieve this milestone in matches between these two teams. This remarkable achievement occurred during an IPL match at the renowned Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday. Notably, this was Samson's second century in the current IPL season, having previously scored his first against the Delhi Capitals on April 11.

A Season of Comeback

Following an impressive performance in the T20 World Cup, where he contributed significantly to India's championship win with scores of 97, 89, and 89 in the Super 8s, semi-final, and final respectively, Samson faced a challenging start with his new IPL team. The Kerala batsman received criticism after scoring only 6, 7, and 9 in his initial three matches of the 2026 season. However, he rebounded with a century against DC, followed by scores of 48 and 7 in his subsequent games.

Currently, Samson leads CSK in runs this season and ranks third overall, accumulating 293 runs in seven matches with an impressive average of 58.60 and a strike rate of 178.65. His outstanding century propelled Chennai Super Kings to a formidable total of 207-6 against the Mumbai Indians, establishing a challenging target of 208.