Sanju Samson has consistently delivered exceptional performances in the IPL, showcasing his explosive batting and leadership qualities. His top five innings highlight his ability to anchor the chase and accelerate when required. Samson’s contributions have often played a key role in his team’s competitive campaigns, displaying his skill and consistency.
5. 86 vs Delhi Capitals, Delhi, 2024
Sanju Samson was in exceptional form during IPL 2024, amassing 531 runs at a remarkable strike rate of 154. One of his finest performances came against Delhi Capitals in Delhi, where he played a crucial knock of 86 off 46 balls while chasing a daunting target of 222 runs. His innings included eight fours and six sixes. However, despite his efforts, Rajasthan Royals fell short by 20 runs, and the match ended in a loss for them.
4. 92* vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Bengaluru, 2018
Sanju Samson played a brilliant unbeaten knock of 92 runs off 45 balls against Royal Challengers Bangalore in Bengaluru in 2018. Batting first, Rajasthan Royals posted 217/4, with Samson’s knock featuring two fours and 10 sixes. He also shared a 73-run partnership with Jos Buttler for the fourth wicket, ensuring a strong finish. In response, RCB could only manage 198/6 in 20 overs, giving RR a 19-run victory. Samson was named Player of the Match for his outstanding performance.
3. 102 vs Rising Pune Supergiant, Pune, 2017
Next on the list is Sanju Samson’s first-ever IPL century, scored while playing for Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) against Rising Pune Supergiant in 2017. Batting at No. 3, Samson made a brilliant 102 off 63 balls, hitting eight fours and five sixes. Chris Morris’ explosive 38* off 9 balls at the end propelled Delhi to a total of 205. In response, Delhi comfortably won the match by a huge margin of 97 runs.
2. 102* vs Sunrisers Hyderabad, Hyderabad, 2019
One of Sanju Samson’s most memorable IPL innings came in 2019 against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Hyderabad. His brilliant 102 off 55 balls, including 10 fours and four sixes, helped Rajasthan Royals post a massive total of 198 runs. Jos Buttler supported him with a knock of 70 off 49 balls. Despite Samson’s efforts, David Warner’s blistering 69 in the chase led to RR’s defeat by five wickets.
1. 119 vs Punjab Kings, Wankhede, 2021
Sanju Samson registered his highest IPL score of 119 during the fourth match of IPL 2021 against Punjab Kings at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. Chasing a massive target of 222, Samson led from the front, scoring 119 off 63 balls, including 12 fours and seven sixes. While he held one end, RR kept losing wickets at the other. Despite his heroic innings, Rajasthan Royals fell short by just four runs, losing the match.