Thu Sep 19 23:07:45 UTC 2024: ## Sanju Samson Rescues India D with Brilliant Half-Century in Duleep Trophy Final Round
**Anantapur:** Sanju Samson powered India D to a challenging total of 306/5 on Day 1 of the Duleep Trophy final-round match against India B. The wicketkeeper-batter smashed an unbeaten 89 off just 83 deliveries, hitting 10 fours and 3 sixes to rescue his team after a shaky start.
Samson’s stellar performance overshadowed a disappointing outing for captain Shreyas Iyer, who was dismissed for a duck for the second consecutive match. This continued his struggle for consistency in red-ball cricket, leaving fans wondering when he might return to the Indian Test team.
Earlier in the day, Devdutt Padikkal, KS Bharat, and Ricky Bhui all registered half-centuries for India D but failed to convert them into big scores. For India B, Rahul Chahar claimed three wickets, including Iyer’s, while Navdeep Saini and Mukesh Kumar picked up one wicket each.
Samson’s impressive performance adds another chapter to his inconsistent journey. While he remains out of contention for the Indian Test squad, his recent form suggests a potential comeback is not far off.
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