Mon Feb 03 13:42:21 IST 2025: ## Sanju Samson Hits Historic Six, Despite Overall Series Disappointment
**Mumbai, India –** Sanju Samson, despite a disappointing overall performance in the T20 series against England, etched his name in the record books during the final match. He became only the third Indian cricketer to hit a six off the very first ball of an international T20 innings, joining Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal in this elite club.
Samson’s feat came against England’s Jofra Archer in Mumbai. While he ultimately scored only 16 runs before being dismissed, his explosive start, including two sixes and a four in the first over, captivated the crowd. His initial six, a flat six measuring 70 meters, was particularly impressive.
However, Samson’s overall performance in the five-match series was underwhelming, scoring a mere 51 runs. This inconsistency led to renewed criticism of his batting form. Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar, however, defended Samson, arguing that talented players, especially in the high-risk, high-reward environment of T20 cricket, should be given ample opportunities. He highlighted Samson’s impressive centuries in challenging conditions during the South Africa tour.
The match itself saw a thrilling start for Team India, with the opening partnership of Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal also exhibiting explosive form. Other news unrelated to cricket, such as political commentary on the Bihar budget and reports of incidents in Andhra Pradesh, were also reported alongside the cricket match.
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