‘Sanju deserves a statue by his name’:Sachin Tendulkar to Manoj Tiwary, former legends applaud Samson; react after India seal semis spot

India defeated West Indies by 5 wickets in the T20 World Cup and secured their place in the semi-finals. Sanju Samson was India’s hero in Kolkata on Sunday, playing an unbeaten innings of 97 runs. On India’s victory, cricket god Sachin Tendulkar said, ‘Watching Sanju’s batting was a wonderful experience.’ Pakistan’s former captain Mohammad Hafeez also praised Samson, saying that Sanju played for the team’s victory, not for his century. Meanwhile, India’s Wasim Jaffer said, ‘Sanju played his best innings under pressure situation.’ Former cricketers’ reactions to India’s victory… Sachin Tendulkar said – “Watching Sanju was a wonderful experience
Cricket god Sachin Tendulkar said, ‘The semifinal spot was on the line, and the boys showed excellent cricket. We were ahead in death overs in both innings. It was a wonderful experience watching Sanju Samson’s calm demeanor. Such innings breathe new life into the team. Everyone played brilliantly. Now it’s time for the semifinal.” ‘Sanju played for victory, not century’ – Mohammed Hafeez
Pakistan’s former captain Mohammad Hafeez said, “Sanju was never playing for personal milestones. He batted according to the team’s needs. He played for victory, not for the century. He showed no greed for making a hundred, these are the things that make you different and the best from other players on big platforms.” Irfan Pathan – ‘Sanju showed masterclass’
Team India’s former fast bowler Irfan Pathan said, Sanju didn’t play a single shot in the air between 12 to 19 overs. He hit boundaries without taking risks and batted with excellent control. Sanju showed a proper chasing masterclass today. ‘Today Sanju Samson has made all of us proud’ – Harbhajan Singh Wasim Jaffer – ‘Samson shines under pressure’
Former Indian Test player Wasim Jaffer said, Sanju Samson stepped up in difficult situations. The way Sanju refined his performance with calmness under pressure deserves appreciation. He had confidence in himself that he would ensure the team’s victory. Sanju played a memorable innings in front of thousands of spectators at Eden Gardens. Manoj Tiwary – ‘Deserves a statue by his name!’ ‘Proud of you Sanju’ – Yuvraj Singh
World champion Yuvraj Singh said, didn’t get many chances in the World Cup, but Sanju stood where the team needed him the most. He played his best innings and showed the mindset of a champion player. Stay prepared, stay calm and never stop believing. Proud of you Sanju. ‘Stylish Samson, Scintillating Samson’ – Aakash Chopra Mohammed Kaif – ‘There may be delay in the world, but not injustice’
Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif said, Sanju Samson is the player for India in do-or-die matches. No one focused on him, but he proved himself to be a game-changer. He said that there may be delay in the world, but not injustice. He kept trying, didn’t give up and played his best innings for India in the most difficult situation.