In the third T20I between India and South Africa, Sanju Samson was dismissed for a duck by Marco Jansen for the second time in a row. This has extended Samson's record for the most ducks in a calendar year by an Indian batter. He has now been dismissed without scoring on six occasions in T20Is and holds the record alongside legendary Rohit Sharma for the most ducks in T20Is for India.
Sanju Samson's Unfortunate Record: Dismissals by Marco Jansen and Most Ducks in T20Is
Indian batsman Sanju Samson has found himself in an unfortunate situation against South African bowler Marco Jansen, facing two consecutive dismissals for a duck during the third T20I between India and South Africa.
Background:
Sanju Samson is a talented right-handed batsman who has represented India in T20Is and ODIs. He is known for his aggressive style of play and has been a key member of the Rajasthan Royals franchise in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Marco Jansen is a left-arm fast bowler from South Africa who made his international debut in 2021. He is known for his tall frame and accuracy, making him a difficult opponent for batsmen.
The Dismissals:
In the third T20I of the series in October 2022, Samson was dismissed by Jansen for a duck for the second time in a row. In the first dismissal, Jansen yorked Samson, while in the second, he bowled him out with a sharp delivery.
Record-Breaking Ducks:
Samson's consecutive dismissals have extended his record for the most ducks in a calendar year by an Indian batter. He has now been dismissed without scoring on six occasions in T20Is, matching Rohit Sharma's record for the most ducks in T20Is for India.
FAQs:
1. Why has Sanju Samson been dismissed so many times by Marco Jansen? There is no specific reason for Samson's struggles against Jansen. Jansen is a skilled bowler who has troubled other batsmen as well.
2. What is the significance of Samson's record for most ducks in T20Is? It is an unfortunate statistic that reflects Samson's inconsistent form in T20Is. However, he is still a highly talented batsman who can turn his fortunes around.
3. Has any other Indian batsman been dismissed for a duck by Marco Jansen? Yes, Rohit Sharma was dismissed for a duck by Jansen in the first T20I of the same series.
4. How has Samson responded to his dismissals? Samson has expressed disappointment over his performance but has vowed to work on his shortcomings.
5. Can Sanju Samson overcome this slump in form? Yes, it is possible for Samson to regain his form. With his talent and determination, he can overcome this challenging period.
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