Thiruvananthapuram, Mar 16– Sanju Samson, India’s T20 World Cup winning wicketkeeper batsman, said the national cricket team consciously prioritises collective success over individual achievements, calling it a key principle instilled by the leadership group in the dressing room.
Speaking to reporters, Samson, who was named Man of the Tournament in India’s title winning campaign against New Zealand, said the emphasis within the squad has been on winning matches rather than chasing personal records.
“That’s the way everyone is thinking now. It was a conscious decision brought in by our captain and coach. The consistent message from our leaders is that the team comes first and individual milestones come second,” he said, adding that this approach has been repeatedly reinforced among all players.
Samson also reflected on his personal approach, saying he has always aimed to stay true to himself while contributing to the team’s success. “I’ve always wanted to be myself. My qualities, strengths, and weaknesses all contribute toward helping the team,” he said.
The Kerala-born cricketer noted that his team-oriented mindset dates back to his early days representing Kerala in age-group tournaments. “From Under-13s to now, I’ve always viewed cricket as a team sport. Whatever you do should help the team achieve victory,” Samson added.