Watch: Sanju Samson spotted in intense bowling practice ahead of Indian Premier League 2026
Sanju Samson surprised fans by bowling during a casual turf cricket session ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026, with the rare moment quickly going viral online.
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Ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League 2026, Sanju Samson was seen sharing a special and memorable moment with fans during a casual turf cricket session. When he arrived for practice, rain interrupted the session, and Samson decided to spend some time with fans who were playing cricket nearby with a tennis ball.
The former Rajasthan Royals captain surprised everyone by picking up the ball and bowling to fans, something rarely seen from the wicketkeeper-batter in professional cricket. Fans present at the venue were excited to see their favourite star join their friendly game.
The heartwarming moment quickly went viral on social media, with many praising Samson’s humble and down-to-earth nature.
Watch the rare moment here:
About the Heartwarming Moment
Ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League 2026, this year has been truly special for Sanju Samson. After his brave innings in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, the Indian wicketkeeper-batter once again captured the hearts of fans, this time with a touching off-field moment.
Beside this, an old video of Samson spending time with a specially-abled child resurfaced on social media and quickly went viral. In the clip, the youngster bowls enthusiastically while Samson happily takes guard with the bat, turning the moment into a joyful experience.
The child even comes close to dismissing Samson, making the interaction even more exciting. Fans across social media praised the cricketer’s humble and caring gesture.
Fans Praise Samson’s Gesture
The viral video where Sanju Samson is seen bowling and playing cricket with fans has touched many people online. Fans said the moment showed the softer and humble side of the Indian cricketer. Known for his elegant batting and calm personality, Samson received praise from viewers who appreciated his kindness and friendly nature. Many fans also shared heart emojis in the comments, calling it a “beautiful gesture” and praising the cricketer for making the moment special for those around him.
Samson Reflects on World Cup Triumph
The renewed attention around the clip also comes after Samson’s impressive performance in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Speaking after India’s title win, Samson admitted that the moment still feels unreal.
“Not yet, I am still like, actually, when I get up in the morning, I'm like ‘has it really happened’. So honestly, that's the feeling,” Samson said when asked about India’s triumph.
He also expressed confidence in the future of Indian cricket, saying, “But I feel that in the coming years, with the quality of players we have in our country, this is going to be repeated. It's not going to be, okay, it has happened once in a while. The amount of players which are coming up, and definitely India is going to do this more and more often.”
Samson was named Player of the Tournament after a historic campaign, scoring 321 runs at a strike rate close to 200 in five innings. Despite not playing initially, he delivered crucial scores in the Super Eights against the West Indies, the semifinal against England, and the final against New Zealand.
A Dream Come True for Samson
Reflecting on his journey, Samson said winning a World Cup for India had always been his dream.
“Absolutely, I think you can only dream where you want to go, but you can't definitely ride the path towards it. So my life or my career has been one of the best examples. I definitely wanted to do this a couple of years ago.”
“I want to win a World Cup for my country, but it had its own plan, its own script. So, but more like a movie. I enjoyed it,” Samson added.
The Kerala-born cricketer has worked hard for years to make an impact on the international stage, and the 2026 T20 World Cup became the biggest moment of his career.
New Chapter in IPL 2026
After several seasons with the Rajasthan Royals, Samson is now set to represent the five-time champions Chennai Super Kings in the upcoming Indian Premier League 2026 season. Playing alongside legendary captain MS Dhoni, Samson will look to carry his excellent T20 form into the tournament and continue delivering strong performances.
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