{
  "id": 13135869,
  "title": "Sanju Samson Returns To Form After Lean Patch In IND Vs WI 2nd T20I",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/sanju-samson-returns-to-form-after-lean-patch-in-ind-vs-wi-2nd-t20i",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-09T14:04:25.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/sanju-samson-returns-to-form-after-lean-patch-in-ind-vs-wi-2nd-t20i"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Sanju Samson delivered an impressive batting performance in the IND vs WI 2nd T20I in Ranchi, ending a slump in recent matches. The right-hander faced criticism for his underwhelming returns, but silenced his critics with a 21-ball half-century. Despite being named player of the tournament during the T20 World Cup, Samson is under intense scrutiny, with 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi vying for his position. In the preceding 10 matches, Samson had scored 2 fifties, with only 7 scores falling below 15. His 21-ball 50-ball innings was the highlight of the game. Samson's performance was crucial as he demonstrated his class by mixing power hitting with impeccable timing, powering India to a perfect start. This display helped India surpass the par score and reach a formidable powerplay score of 79/1.",
  "summary": "Sanju Samson returned to form with a stunning batting show in the IND vs WI 2nd T20I in Ranchi. The right-hander had come under criticism for his lean returns in the past few games, but silenced his doubters with a 21-ball half-century. Despite being the player of the tournament in the T20 World Cup, Sanju is under immense scrutiny with 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi waiting in the wings. In…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}