From the quiet coastal town of Vizhinjam to the roaring stadiums of Ahmedabad, Sanju Samson has officially entered the history books. At Gold 101.3 FM – UAE’s Number 1 Malayalam Radio Station, we are beaming with pride as our Kerala superstar has just been crowned the Player of the Tournament in the recently concluded ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026!

A Record-Breaking World Cup Campaign

Sanju didn’t just play; he dominated. Finishing with a staggering 321 runs in just five innings, he shattered the record for the most runs by an Indian in a single T20 World Cup edition—a record previously held by the legendary Virat Kohli.

His “clutch” performances were the backbone of India’s victory:

  • Super 8s: A breathtaking 97 (50 balls)* against the West Indies.
  • Semi-Final: A masterclass 89 (42 balls) against England.
  • The Grand Final: A record-breaking 89 (46 balls) against New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium, the highest score ever in a T20 World Cup final.

The “Yellow” Chapter: Sanju Joins CSK

As the World Cup celebrations continue, the “Sanju Wave” is moving toward the IPL 2026 season. In a move that shocked the cricketing world, Sanju has moved from his long-time home, Rajasthan Royals, to join the Chennai Super Kings (CSK).

Speaking exclusively about the move, Sanju mentioned:

“I felt my time at the Royals was over. Now, I’m excited to spend two months learning from Mahi Bhai (MS Dhoni) and wearing the yellow jersey at Chepauk.”

The season opener on March 30 will be a mouth-watering clash as Sanju leads the charge for CSK against his former team, the Rajasthan Royals, in Guwahati.

Celebrating the Malayali Spirit

Sanju Samson’s journey from being “dropped” to becoming a “World Champion” is a testament to the resilience we celebrate every day here in the UAE. As he prepares to take the field for IPL 2026, the entire Malayali diaspora is united in his support.

Stay tuned to Gold 101.3 FM, UAE’s Number 1 Malayalam Radio Station, for the latest “Sanju Updates,” match scores, and all the behind-the-scenes action from the world of cricket.

Whether it’s the blue of India or the yellow of CSK, the heart of our champion remains pure Gold!