Samson's Centuries Propel India to Lead Series

Sanju Samson made history by becoming the first Indian to score consecutive T20I centuries, following his 107 off 50 balls against South Africa in Durban. His innings, featuring seven fours and ten sixes, was crucial in setting up India's 202/8 total, which they defended successfully, winning by 61 runs. India’s spinners, Varun Chakravarthy and Ravi Bishnoi, took three wickets each to dismantle South Africa’s chase. This performance marked a significant milestone for Samson, who has struggled with consistency in his international career but now seems to have found his form. Samson's knock set new records, such as the fastest T20I century by an Indian against South Africa, and placed him among elite players like Gustav McKeon and Rilee Rossouw who have achieved consecutive T20I centuries globally. With this victory, India leads the four-match series 1-0 against South Africa.