RR batsman Samson scored his third half-century in the IPL 2020.
Rajasthan Royals (RR) batsman Sanju Samson played a supportive knock with Ben Stokes (107*) and scored unbeaten 54 runs off 31 deliveries. RR defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) by 8 wickets and chased down the target of 196 runs comfortably in 18.2 overs.
After scoring the half-century, Samson made a gesture and flexed his biceps. He was asked about his celebration by the commentators and he explained the reason behind it.
"The intent was there, but I took 5-6 balls to get myself in. I was just reminding myself of my name (gesture after smashing the half-century), Samson is the strongest man in the world," he said.
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After the first two matches, Samson struggled to get runs under his belt. But he will be relaxed after a pleasing knock when his team needed him the most.
"I kept on believing in myself. When you play 14 games, you will go through ups and downs. Different wickets you play differently and that's what I did today. Last 2-3 games we've spent some time together, this game was the best one," Samson said.
"To be very honest, I wasn't looking at the required runs, I just reacted to the ball. My game is simple, I hit it if it's there and take singles and doubles otherwise. I did give myself time but I was looking for boundaries," he added.
Samson and Stokes put up a partnership of 152* runs to take RR over the line against MI. With the win on Sunday, RR's chances for the playoffs are still alive.