Talented batter Sanju Samson is celebrating his 29th birthday today. Sanju has achieved far more in this young age by dominating the field of cricket with his skills and talent. On the occasion of Sanju Samson birthday, here are few fan facts about him.
1. Sanju Samson is youngest wicket-keeper to score fifty in IPL
Sanju is the youngest wicket-keeper to hit a half-century in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The Indian batter was 18 years and 169 days old when he scored the century to register himself in history book.
2. Sanju is fastest to reach 1000 run-mark in IPL
The 29-year-old achieved a milestone of becoming the fastest player to bring his 1000 run mark in IPL. He scored 1000 runs in just 31 matches.
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3. First to score a century and take four wickets
Sanju become the first payer to score a century and take four catches in a IPL match. This is a unique record that he has achieved his career.
4. Youngest in the crore club
Sanju was signed by Rajasthan Royals with a contract of 4 crore rupees. He became the youngest player in IPL to reach the crore club at the age of 19.
5. Only wicket-keeper to score consecutive centuries in T20
In T20 cricket, he is the only wicketkeeper in the world to have three consecutive hundreds. He achieved this feast in 2019 while representing Kerala in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
6. Sanju Samson is a musician
The IPL star has a great ear for music. He is a talented musician who can play the piano, guitar, and even sing a few songs.
7. Only player to score a century and five-wicket haul
Sanju is the only player who have struck a hundred and taken five-wicket haul in a Ranji Trophy. He registered this record in the match against Tamil Nadu, playing for Kerala.
