Sanju Samson sacrifices century for team’s benefit; calls it selfish.

Sanju Samson, who has been away from the Indian dressing room, showcased Gautam Gambhir’s philosophy during Chennai Super Kings’ chase against Delhi Capitals. Despite being close to scoring a century, Samson prioritized team success over personal milestones. This decision was influenced by Gambhir’s emphasis on putting the team first. Samson’s innings of 87 runs was crucial in CSK’s victory, as he chose to let his partner, Kartik Sharma, finish the game instead of chasing a century. This selfless act brought Samson greater satisfaction than reaching the milestone. Reflecting on his decision, Samson expressed that winning the game was more important than personal achievements. With this mindset, Samson contributed significantly to CSK’s resurgence in the IPL 2026 season. Chennai Super Kings will face Lucknow Super Giants in their next match on May 10.

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