Sanju Samson’s Explosive 57: Mapping Every Run Against Afghanistan

Sanju Samson delivered a breathtaking batting display in the 2nd T20I against Afghanistan, smashing 57 runs from just 22 balls at a phenomenal strike rate of 259.09. This batting-location analysis highlights how Samson distributed his scoring across the field, with Deep Mid Wicket contributing 11 runs, followed by Long Off with 10, Cover with 9, and Deep Backward Square Leg and Long On with 6 each. His aggressive strokeplay was heavily boundary-driven, reflected in an impressive 91.23% boundary-run percentage. The wagon-wheel visualization clearly captures his attacking intent, preferred scoring zones, and ability to consistently find gaps and boundaries around the ground.