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Sanju Samson's 89 Sparks India in T20 World Cup Semi

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Sanju Samson delivered a magnificent half-century in just 26 balls during India's T20 World Cup semi-final clash against England in Mumbai. The explosive innings saw Samson race to 89 runs off 42 balls before being caught by Salt, showcasing his ability to dominate bowling attacks under pressure.

The Mumbai match represents a crucial moment for India as they battle for a spot in the T20 World Cup final. Samson's aggressive batting approach has been instrumental in India's tournament run, with his strike rate and boundary-hitting capability putting opposing teams on the back foot throughout the competition.

England's bowling attack struggled to contain Samson's onslaught, with Salt's catch marking the end of a destructive partnership that had England's fielders chasing boundaries across the Wankhede Stadium. The innings highlights India's depth in batting talent and their ability to post challenging totals when key players find form at crucial tournament stages.