“Leadership Tells Me…”: Sanju Samson On Gautam Gambhir, Suryakumar Yadav Factor Behind T20I Ton

Sanju Samson recently opened up about the critical role that leadership and guidance played in his exceptional T20I century. During a candid interview, Samson mentioned the influence of Gautam Gambhir, former cricketer and now mentor, in shaping his approach to the game. “Leadership tells me to stay grounded and back myself under pressure,” Samson shared. He also highlighted the positive impact of Suryakumar Yadav’s fearless style of play, saying it has motivated him to take more risks in his batting.

Gautam Gambhir, known for his intense approach to the game, has been a mentor figure to Samson over the past few years. “Gambhir always tells me not to lose focus, no matter the situation,” said Samson. “That kind of leadership makes a difference.”

Suryakumar Yadav’s impact on Samson was also evident. “The way SKY plays with freedom is something I admire,” said Samson. “I try to bring that same energy to my batting.” Samson’s recent century has been hailed as a result of this combined guidance and personal growth, cementing his position as one of India’s rising stars in cricket.