Watch: “My bat does the talking” – Sanju Samson’s heated exchange with Keemo Paul after his wicket in IND vs WI 4th T20I

Sanju Samson made a strong start to India's chase against West Indies in the fourth T20I in Hyderabad on Wednesday. The wicketkeeper-batter scored a half-century in just 20 balls, matching the fastest fifty of his T20I career. He attacked the West Indies bowlers from the start and helped India reach 50 runs in the third over. Samson also hit back-to-back sixes off Shamar Joseph to reach 100 sixes in T20I cricket.

However, Samson's innings ended when Keemo Paul dismissed him in the fifth over. Samson scored 56 runs off just 23 balls, giving India a quick start in the chase of 248 runs. After taking the wicket, Paul celebrated aggressively, leading to a verbal exchange between the two players. Samson reportedly replied, "My bat does the talking," and the moment soon caught the attention of cricket fans on social media.

The exchange became a talking point because of Samson's attacking innings and the reaction after his dismissal. While Paul celebrated an important wicket for West Indies, Samson had already put pressure on the bowlers with his quick scoring. The video of their exchange attracted attention online, with fans discussing the incident. 

Watch the video to see the heated moment between Sanju Samson and Keemo Paul during the IND vs WI fourth T20I.

Sanju Samson and Keemo Paul exchange words after Samson’s wicket in IND vs WI 4th T20I

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