Samson’s Peak IPL Form Wins Dasgupta’s Ultimate Praise

In a display of T20 purity, Sanju Samson unfurled an unbeaten 87 to power Chennai Super Kings past Delhi Capitals by 8 wickets in IPL 2026, prompting former Indian gloveman Deep Dasgupta to declare it the batter’s finest avatar yet.

On ESPNcricinfo, Dasgupta dissected the knock: ‘This is the Sanju we’ve dreamed of for seasons. Occasional fireworks, yes, but rare sustainment. Since T20 World Cup 2026’s clutch performances in semis and final, he’s been a consistent force.’

Samson feasted on 52 deliveries, unleashing 7 boundaries and 6 maximums to chase 156 with overs to spare. NDTV-like not out, a heftier DC score might have witnessed century number three. CSK’s clinical chase underscored their depth.

Season opener struggles—three low scores—belie his current purple patch. Seven innings yield two tons and this gem, igniting CSK post a trio of losses. At 402 runs from 10 bats, he’s the oracle of the lineup, POTM in three victories.

‘Crossing 50 means century territory for him now,’ Dasgupta noted. ‘That 87* was otherworldly.’ As CSK eyes the summit, Samson’s evolution from streaky talent to reliable anchor redefines his legacy, thrilling a nation hooked on his journey.