Mon Nov 11 01:44:28 UTC 2024: ## Sanju Samson Makes Unwanted History: Becomes First Indian to Score 4 T20I Ducks in a Year
**Johannesburg, South Africa:** Sanju Samson’s struggles with the bat continued in the second T20I against South Africa, as he became the first Indian cricketer to score four ducks in a single year in the shortest format.
Samson, who has been struggling for consistency, was dismissed for a duck in the second T20I, which India lost by 4 wickets. This makes it his fourth duck in the T20I format in 2024.
This unfortunate record surpasses the previous mark of three ducks in a year, held by Yusuf Pathan, Rohit Sharma (twice), and Virat Kohli.
“This is a difficult period for Sanju,” said a former Indian cricketer on the condition of anonymity. “He needs to regain his confidence and find his rhythm. He has the talent, but it’s about finding the right mental approach.”
Samson is not alone in this struggle, as the Indian team’s batting performance in the series has been underwhelming. The team managed only 124 runs in the second T20I, with Hardik Pandya’s unbeaten 39 runs proving to be the only bright spot.
Despite his recent struggles, Samson remains a key player for India in the limited-overs format. However, his performance in the upcoming matches will be crucial if he wants to retain his place in the team.
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