Sanju Samson Shines in T20 World Cup Semi-Final as CSK Skipper Celebrates

Gaikwad's Joyful Reaction to Samson's Performance

Sanju Samson delivered an impressive performance for India during the semi-final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, prompting an emotional response from his Chennai Super Kings captain, Ruturaj Gaikwad. In a video shared by the IPL franchise CSK on social media, Gaikwad was seen exiting the practice nets when he learned about Samson's remarkable score in the match.

Gaikwad's Words of Praise

Upon hearing about Samson's 89 runs off just 42 balls, Gaikwad exclaimed, "Chetta, Super Chetta!" The term 'Chetta' translates to elder brother in Malayalam, showcasing the camaraderie between the players.

Samson's Transition to CSK

The 31-year-old wicketkeeper-batter is set to join CSK for the IPL 2026 season after being traded from the Rajasthan Royals prior to the 2025 mini auction. Throughout his IPL career, Samson has accumulated 4,704 runs in 176 matches, maintaining an average of 30, with 26 half-centuries and three centuries.

Match Overview: India vs England Semi-Final

In the semi-final match, India batted first and achieved a staggering total of 253 runs, marking a significant milestone for the two-time champions.

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The winner of this match will advance to face New Zealand in the final, which is set to take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.