Former Indian cricketer Anil Kumble has likened Sanju Samson's T20 World Cup performance to a blend of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Samson scored three consecutive fifties upon returning to the playing XI, helping India secure the title.
Following the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final, Anil Kumble praised Sanju Samson's record-breaking performance. Kumble stated that Samson is a combination of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Samson achieved three consecutive fifties after returning to the playing XI, which proved crucial in India's title win. For this effort, Samson was named Player of the Tournament. Kumble's comment highlights Samson's knockout stage showings and records in sixes. India's cricket team accomplished several feats in the tournament, with Samson's contribution standing out.