NEW DELHI: Sanju Samson on Friday grew to become the primary Indian batter to attain two consecutive T20I centuries as he fired a scorching 50-ball 107 towards South Africa within the collection opener.
Following his current 111 off 47 towards Bangladesh, Samson lit up the Kingsmead in Durban, smashing seven fours and ten large sixes on his technique to an impressive ton.
As India went on to win the collection opener by a giant 61-run margin, social media was abuzz lauding Samson’s heroic effort.
Alongside Samson, Tilak Varma additionally hit a quickfire 33 as India posted 202 for eight after being put in to bat first.
Chasing a steep whole, the Proteas misplaced common wickets and had been bundled out for 141 inside 18 overs.
Varun Chakaravarthy and Ravi Bishnoi highlighted India’s bowling efforts afte rSamson ton because the spin duo shared 6 wickets between them.
The second T20I’ll happen at St George’s Park in Gqeberha on November 10.
