Sanju Samson smashes Dhoni’s Record, set to shine in Asia Cup 2025 final vs Pakistan

Sanju Samson has created history in Asia Cup 2025 by becoming the Indian wicketkeeper with the most sixes in T20 Internationals, surpassing MS Dhoni’s record.

Dubai: In a thrilling milestone at Asia Cup 2025, Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Sanju Samson has shattered records and rewritten history. With explosive power and impeccable timing, Samson has smashed the most sixes by an Indian wicketkeeper in T20 Internationals, surpassing the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

Samson Breaks Dhoni's Records

Sanju Samson's incredible tally of 55 sixes in just 48 innings outshines Dhoni’s 52 sixes in 85 innings, marking him as one of India’s most formidable hitters behind the stumps. Recently, in the thrilling Super Over victory against Sri Lanka, Sanju Samson played a crucial innings of 39 runs while batting at number 5. This performance has made him a key player for India against Pakistan in the Asia Cup final.

Rishabh Pant Is on Third Place

Samson has established himself as a dangerous batsman with his explosive batting. Third on this list is Rishabh Pant (44 sixes in 66 innings) and fourth is Ishan Kishan (36 sixes in 32 innings). This shows that Samson is adept at hitting boundaries consistently.

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Sanju Samson's Batting Order Changed

However, with Shubman Gill's return to the team, Samson is now forced to bat in the middle order. Before the Asia Cup, he opened the innings with Abhishek Sharma and scored three centuries. In the last match against Bangladesh, he came in at number eight but did not get a chance to bat.

Key Role In Team India's Victory

In his 39-run innings against Sri Lanka, he hit some brilliant sixes, including powerful shots against bowlers like Wanindu Hasaranga and Dasun Shanaka. These shots helped India post a massive 202 and win the match. Sanju Samson has proven himself a reliable batsman with his new record and recent performances.

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IND vs PAK Final

Sanju Samson's ability to play in different batting positions makes him a key player for the team India. India will face Pakistan in the Asia Cup final, and Samson will play a crucial role for the team in this big match. The final match will be played on 28th September.