Sanju Samson fulfills dream of specially-abled fan, wins hearts of cricket lovers

Sanju Samson has been winning the hearts of cricket enthusiasts with his heartwarming gesture of playing the beautiful sport with a specially-abled fan. Samson is one of the most revered cricketers in India. Unlike some modern-day cricketers, the wicketkeeper-batter doesn't have too many haters.

Over the years, he has turned his naysayers into his fans with his sheer talent. While he has yet to do justice to his potential at the international level, it has to be acknowledged that chances have been few and far between for him. However, in domestic cricket and in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Sanju has wowed onlookers with his phenomenal ball-striking ability and calmness under pressure.

When Sanju learned about the specially-abled kid, he promised he would meet him when he returns to Kerala after fulfilling his commitments for the domestic side in the Ranji Trophy. The 29-year-old not only met the youngster but also indulged in a game of cricket with him.

In a wholesome video that has garnered massive praise on social media, Sanju can be seen facing up to the young fan. The smile on the kid's face is a delightful sight and he would surely remember the moment for the rest of his life.

Can Sanju Samson earn a spot in India's T20 World Cup 2024 side?

The T20 World Cup 2024 takes place in June and is going to be jointly-hosted by the West Indies and the USA. Sanju, who has played 16 ODIs and 25 T20Is for the Men in Blue, will be looking to make a strong case for his inclusion in India's squad for the showpiece event with a solid performance in IPL 2024. He is set to lead Rajasthan Royals, who have assembled a strong team that can go the distance.

Sanju was a part of India's squad in their recent three-match T20I series against Afghanistan at home. He played the third game and was dismissed for a golden duck. If the Pulluvila-born can do well in the IPL, there is every chance of him getting the nod for the World Cup squad.

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