Watch: Sanju Samson gets emotional hug from parents after returning home following T20 World Cup 2026 win
Sanju Samson received an emotional welcome in Kerala as both his parents hugged him after India’s T20 World Cup 2026 victory.
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Sanju Samson got a grand welcome as he returned to his native Kerala after India lifted the ICC Men's T20 World Cup trophy in 2026. The wicketkeeper-batter reached home on March 9 after playing an important role in India’s title-winning campaign. His arrival turned into a memorable and emotional homecoming for the Indian cricketer.
A touching moment from Samson’s return soon went viral on social media. When he came home, his mother Liz Viswanath and his father Samson Viswanath warmly hugged him. His emotional meeting showed pride and happiness after watching their son become a World Cup champion. Fans called the beautiful moment the most special part of his homecoming celebration.
Samson had a remarkable tournament with the bat and played a key role in India’s title run. He finished as India’s leading run-scorer in the competition. The Kerala star scored 321 runs in five innings with a stunning strike rate of 199.37. His performances included a brilliant 97* against the West Indies, 89 against England in the semifinal and another 89 in the final against New Zealand.
Samson Reflects on Journey and World Cup Success
In his speech after the match, Sanju Samson spoke of how he became stronger following the difficult phases in his career. He said setbacks and challenges had shaped his mindset and helped him succeed on the biggest stage. The wicketkeeper-batter credited his positive outlook for helping him overcome tough times.
“I am trained to look at situations in a positive manner from my childhood days. I generally feel that all the pain, all the setbacks have made me much stronger, and that is the only reason why I could do what I did. I feel that all the pain, setbacks, and disappointments in life and in my career, if used positively, can be a great strength in your life. That’s what happened, and I’m very grateful.”
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“It was like a dream. I was courageous enough to have this dream. I want to win it for my country. I want to contribute in such a way that it becomes what it is now. I am very happy and feeling very blessed.”
Samson also thanked his fans for their constant support throughout his journey. “The result is due to your prayers. I see it as a great responsibility. All of you have supported me so much.” The Indian star will next appear in the IPL 2026 season, where he is set to make his debut for Chennai Super Kings.
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