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	\| known_for = Wicketkeeper-batter; Aggressive batting; T20 performances		\| known_for = Wicketkeeper-batter; Aggressive batting; T20 performances
	\| awards = IPL Emerging Player (2013); Player of the Tournament – ICC T20 World Cup 2026		\| awards = IPL Emerging Player (2013); Player of the Tournament – ICC T20 World Cup 2026
	}}'''Sanju Samson''' is an [[Indian]] cricketer who plays as a right-handed wicketkeeper-batter. He plays for Kerala in domestic matches and for Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Samson has established himself as one of India most promising young players through his ability to hit powerfully and score runs rapidly and his success in finishing limited-over matches. His contributions to the Indian cricket team were essential during their victories at both the 2024 and 2026 ICC T20 World Cups which resulted in him receiving the Player of the Tournament award for his exceptional gameplay in 2026.		}}'''Sanju Samson''' is an [[Indian]] cricketer who plays as a right-handed wicketkeeper-batter. He plays for Kerala in domestic matches and for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Samson has established himself as one of India most promising young players through his ability to hit powerfully and score runs rapidly and his success in finishing limited-over matches. His contributions to the Indian cricket team were essential during their victories at both the 2024 and 2026 ICC T20 World Cups which resulted in him receiving the Player of the Tournament award for his exceptional gameplay in 2026.

	== Early Life ==		== Early Life ==

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	===Domestic Career===		===Domestic Career===
	Samson began his journey in age-group cricket before making his first-class debut for Kerala in 2011. His 2019 Vijay Hazare Trophy performance showed his ability to play long innings because he achieved an unbeaten 212 run total. T20 matches showed Samson became an important player for domestic tournaments because of his ability to hit powerful shots and score runs rapidly. He started his IPL career with Rajasthan Royals in 2013 and won the Emerging Player award before joining Delhi Capitals. He returned to Rajasthan Royals and signed with Chennai Super Kings in 2025 to become a key player who helps the team win matches.		Samson began his journey in age-group cricket before making his first-class debut for Kerala in 2011. His 2019 Vijay Hazare Trophy performance showed his ability to play long innings because he achieved an unbeaten 212 run total. T20 matches showed Samson became an important player for domestic tournaments because of his ability to hit powerful shots and score runs rapidly. He started his IPL career with Rajasthan Royals in 2013 and won the Emerging Player award before joining Delhi Capitals. He returned to Rajasthan Royals and signed with Chennai Super Kings in 2025 to become a key player who helps the team win matches.<ref>{{Cite web \|title= Double centuries for Zol, Samson
			[\|url=https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/ranji-trophy-2013-14-649131/assam-vs-kerala-group-c-649181/match-report-3\|\|website =ESPNcricinfo\|\|access-date=6 April 2026}}</ref>
			<ref>{{Cite web \|title= Samson century props up Kerala
			[\|url=https://www.espncricinfo.com/story/sanju-samson-century-props-up-kerala-686545\|\|website =ESPNcricinfo\|\|access-date=6 April 2026}}</ref>

	===International Career===		===International Career===

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	Sanju Samson was born on 11 November 1994 in Pulluvila, Kerala, India. He began his life in Delhi where he first developed his love for cricket. His family later returned to Kerala to allow him to focus entirely on cricket.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=KRLCC Awards Announced \|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2014/May/17/krlcc-awards-announced-613807.html \|website=The New Indian Express \|access-date=17 May 2014}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web \|title=Like father, like Sanju Samson \|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/cricket/like-father-like-samson/.html \|website=The New Indian Express \|access-date=		Sanju Samson was born on 11 November 1994 in Pulluvila, Kerala, India. He began his life in Delhi where he first developed his love for cricket. His family later returned to Kerala to allow him to focus entirely on cricket.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=KRLCC Awards Announced \|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2014/May/17/krlcc-awards-announced-613807.html \|website=The New Indian Express \|access-date=17 May 2014}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web \|title=Like father, like Sanju Samson \|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/cricket/like-father-like-samson/.html \|website=The New Indian Express \|access-date=
	Aug 7, 2014}}</ref> From a young age, Samson demonstrated exceptional skill as a wicketkeeper-batter, practicing for long hours and participating in local cricket tournaments. His dedicated practice time during his early years enabled him to build the professional foundation for his future career.		Aug 7, 2014}}</ref> From a young age, Samson demonstrated exceptional skill as a wicketkeeper-batter, practicing for long hours and participating in local cricket tournaments. His dedicated practice time during his early years enabled him to build the professional foundation for his future career.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Disappointed, his father took him to Kerala. Rest, as they say, is history
			[\|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/when-delhis-politics-defeated-sanju-samson/articleshow/82199481.cmsl\|\|website =The Times of India\|\|access-date=6 April 2026}}</ref>
			<ref>{{Cite web \|title= Saly Samson
			[\|url=https://cricketarchive.com/subscribe\|\|website =Cricket Archieve\|\|access-date=6 April 2026}}</ref>

	== Education ==		== Education ==

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}}'''Sanju Samson''' is an Indian cricketer who plays as a right-handed wicketkeeper-batter. He plays for Kerala in domestic matches and for Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Samson has established himself as one of India most promising young players through his ability to hit powerfully and score runs rapidly and his success in finishing limited-over matches. His contributions to the Indian cricket team were essential during their victories at both the 2024 and 2026 ICC T20 World Cups which resulted in him receiving the Player of the Tournament award for his exceptional gameplay in 2026.

== Early Life ==

Sanju Samson was born on 11 November 1994 in Pulluvila, Kerala, India. He began his life in Delhi where he first developed his love for cricket. His family later returned to Kerala to allow him to focus entirely on cricket.<ref>{{Cite web |title=KRLCC Awards Announced |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2014/May/17/krlcc-awards-announced-613807.html |website=The New Indian Express |access-date=17 May 2014}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Like father, like Sanju Samson |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/cricket/like-father-like-samson/.html |website=The New Indian Express |access-date=
Aug 7, 2014}}</ref> From a young age, Samson demonstrated exceptional skill as a wicketkeeper-batter, practicing for long hours and participating in local cricket tournaments. His dedicated practice time during his early years enabled him to build the professional foundation for his future career.

== Education ==

Samson completed his schooling in Kerala and later pursued a degree in English literature from Thiruvananthapuram. He achieved success in age-group and state-level cricket while managing his academic responsibilities which resulted in his selection for Kerala's senior domestic team. His educational background also helped him develop strong communication and leadership skills which have been evident throughout his cricketing career.

== Career ==
Sanju Samson started his cricket career in Delhi before joining six domestic teams from Kerala. His first-class cricket career began in 2011 and he achieved major accomplishments when he scored 212 runs without getting out during the 2019 Vijay Hazare Trophy match.

===Domestic Career===
Samson began his journey in age-group cricket before making his first-class debut for Kerala in 2011. His 2019 Vijay Hazare Trophy performance showed his ability to play long innings because he achieved an unbeaten 212 run total. T20 matches showed Samson became an important player for domestic tournaments because of his ability to hit powerful shots and score runs rapidly. He started his IPL career with Rajasthan Royals in 2013 and won the Emerging Player award before joining Delhi Capitals. He returned to Rajasthan Royals and signed with Chennai Super Kings in 2025 to become a key player who helps the team win matches.

===International Career===
Samson made his T20 international debut in 2015 and ODI debut in 2021. He became a key figure in India’s T20 squad, playing critical roles in the team’s World Cup victories in 2024 and 2026. In 2023, he scored his first ODI century, demonstrating his ability to perform in high-pressure situations. Samson is considered one of India’s most promising limited-overs players due to his ability to stay calm under pressure and finish games by using his creative stroke techniques.

== Work and Contributions ==

Samson has made major contributions to cricket competitions that take place in his home country and those that occur between nations. He is known for his match finishing ability which allows him to control batting situations when his team needs assistance. Samson has shown his dedication to player development by mentoring younger athletes through his role in the IPL while he provided match strategies that helped his team to achieve better results. His work with India's T20 World Cup teams has shown that he performs well in critical moments while serving as a team leader.

== Awards and Recognition ==

Samson’s notable awards and recognition include winning the IPL Emerging Player award in 2013, being named Player of the Tournament in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, and playing a key role in India’s T20 World Cup victories in 2024 and 2026. He has also achieved significant domestic milestones, including an unbeaten 212 runs in the 2019 Vijay Hazare Trophy, and is widely regarded as one of India’s best wicketkeeper-batters in limited-overs cricket due to his consistency, finishing ability, and match-winning performances.

== Personal Life ==

Sanju Samson married Charulatha Remesh in 2018, whom he met during his college days in Kerala. His primary residence in Kerala allows him to pursue his cricket career while keeping his personal life balanced. Samson stays involved with his home state because he helps young cricketers and participates in cricket development projects.

== External Links ==
* [https://www.instagram.com/imsanjusamson/?hl=en Instagram]
* [https://x.com/IamSanjuSamson Twitter]
* [https://www.facebook.com/ImSanjuSamson/ Facebook]

== See also ==
* [[Indian Premier League (IPL)]]
* [[Chennai Super Kings (CSK)]]

== References ==
<references/>

[[Category:1994 births]]
[[Category:Living people]]
[[Category:Indian cricketers]]
[[Category:CSK players]]
[[Category:IPL players]]
[[Category:People from Kerala]]

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	}}'''Sanju Samson''' is an Indian cricketer who plays as a right-handed wicketkeeper-batter. He plays for Kerala in domestic matches and for Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Samson has established himself as one of India most promising young players through his ability to hit powerfully and score runs rapidly and his success in finishing limited-over matches. His contributions to the Indian cricket team were essential during their victories at both the 2024 and 2026 ICC T20 World Cups which resulted in him receiving the Player of the Tournament award for his exceptional gameplay in 2026.		}}'''Sanju Samson''' is an [[Indian]] cricketer who plays as a right-handed wicketkeeper-batter. He plays for Kerala in domestic matches and for Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Samson has established himself as one of India most promising young players through his ability to hit powerfully and score runs rapidly and his success in finishing limited-over matches. His contributions to the Indian cricket team were essential during their victories at both the 2024 and 2026 ICC T20 World Cups which resulted in him receiving the Player of the Tournament award for his exceptional gameplay in 2026.

	== Early Life ==		== Early Life ==

	Sanju Samson was born on 11 November 1994 in Pulluvila, Kerala, India. He began his life in Delhi where he first developed his love for cricket. His family later returned to Kerala to allow him to focus entirely on cricket.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=KRLCC Awards Announced \|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2014/May/17/krlcc-awards-announced-613807.html \|website=The New Indian Express \|access-date=17 May 2014}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web \|title=Like father, like Sanju Samson \|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/cricket/like-father-like-samson/.html \|website=The New Indian Express \|access-date=		Sanju Samson was born on 11 November 1994 in Pulluvila, Kerala, [[India]]. He began his life in Delhi where he first developed his love for cricket. His family later returned to Kerala to allow him to focus entirely on cricket.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=KRLCC Awards Announced \|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2014/May/17/krlcc-awards-announced-613807.html \|website=The New Indian Express \|access-date=17 May 2014}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web \|title=Like father, like Sanju Samson \|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/cricket/like-father-like-samson/.html \|website=The New Indian Express \|access-date=
	Aug 7, 2014}}</ref> From a young age, Samson demonstrated exceptional skill as a wicketkeeper-batter, practicing for long hours and participating in local cricket tournaments. His dedicated practice time during his early years enabled him to build the professional foundation for his future career.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Disappointed, his father took him to Kerala. Rest, as they say, is history		Aug 7, 2014}}</ref> From a young age, Samson demonstrated exceptional skill as a wicketkeeper-batter, practicing for long hours and participating in local cricket tournaments. His dedicated practice time during his early years enabled him to build the professional foundation for his future career.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Disappointed, his father took him to Kerala. Rest, as they say, is history
	[\|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/when-delhis-politics-defeated-sanju-samson/articleshow/82199481.cmsl\|\|website =The Times of India\|\|access-date=6 April 2026}}</ref>		[\|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/when-delhis-politics-defeated-sanju-samson/articleshow/82199481.cmsl\|\|website =The Times of India\|\|access-date=6 April 2026}}</ref>