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Sanju Samson poised to break Gautam Gambhir’s record in third match as India chase comeback after Ranchi onslaught
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 11 Oct 2026, 09:16 AM
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Sanju Samson is on the verge of eclipsing coach Gautam Gambhir’s record in the upcoming third match, as India looks to rebound after a high‑scoring encounter in Ranchi.
Sanju Samson entered the series with strong form and is now close to surpassing the run tally set by India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir. The record, which has stood since Gambhir’s tenure, is within Samson’s reach as the third match approaches.
India’s batting display in Ranchi was a run‑fest, with the side posting a formidable total that shifted momentum in the series. The performance raised expectations for a swift recovery after earlier setbacks.
With the series balanced and India holding a 75% probability of clinching the trophy, the third match is seen as a decisive encounter. Team management and fans alike are watching Samson’s innings closely, hoping his potential record‑breaking effort will spark a full‑scale comeback.
The upcoming fixture will test India’s resolve, and a strong showing from Samson could prove pivotal in turning the tide in the team’s favour.
India’s batting display in Ranchi was a run‑fest, with the side posting a formidable total that shifted momentum in the series. The performance raised expectations for a swift recovery after earlier setbacks.
With the series balanced and India holding a 75% probability of clinching the trophy, the third match is seen as a decisive encounter. Team management and fans alike are watching Samson’s innings closely, hoping his potential record‑breaking effort will spark a full‑scale comeback.
The upcoming fixture will test India’s resolve, and a strong showing from Samson could prove pivotal in turning the tide in the team’s favour.