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Sanju Samson delivered the innings of his life as the Indian star smashed a 89 off 46 balls against New Zealand national cricket team in the final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. The Indian wicketkeeper-batter

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played a fearless knock under immense pressure, helping the India national cricket team post their highest-ever total in a T20 World Cup final. Samson’s remarkable innings turned out to be the defining moment of the summit clash and showcased his incredible form throughout the tournament.

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Interestingly, Samson wasn’t initially the first-choice opener for India in the tournament. However, the team management decided to include him at the top of the order to maintain a right-left combination, and the move turned out to be a masterstroke.

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The Kerala batter grabbed the opportunity with both hands and produced one match-winning performance after another during the latter stages of the competition.

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Sanju Samson’s sensational run in T20 World Cup 2026

Samson’s 89 off 46 balls in the final capped off a remarkable sequence of innings in the tournament. Before the title clash, he had already produced two crucial knocks for India in high-pressure matches.

In the Super 8 stage, Samson smashed a brilliant 97 against the West Indies cricket team, helping India secure a must-win victory. He then followed it up with another outstanding innings of 89 against the England national cricket team in the semifinal.

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In the final against New Zealand, Samson once again stepped up on the biggest stage and converted his form into a magnificent century, guiding India to a massive total.

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WATCH: Sanju Samson smashes match-defining 89 off 46 balls in T20 World Cup Final vs New Zealand

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