IPL 2018 Diaries: RR’s Sanju Samson Thanks Shane Warne For His Support

Rajasthan Royals’ Sanju Samson has been one of the consistent players of the IPL 2018. So far in the tournament, the gritty batsman has scored 391 runs from 13 matches with an average of 32.58. His approach even impressed the mentor of Rajasthan Royals Shane Warne as the former Australian cricketer labelled Sanju as the gen next batting star.

In long post shared by Warne he wrote, “Unfortunately my last day being involved with the @rajasthanroyals today as I head back to Australia tmrw ! It’s been great fun being back involved with the #IPL as I had forgotten how intense, wonderful and great this tournament is. What have I learnt ? The modern day batsman in this form of the game have evolved into terrific innovative players with tremendous power. The bowlers need a more aggressive mindset & to think how am I getting the batsman out rather than think containment first. The ground fielding is super athletic & has improved out of sight - but the overall catching can still improve ! Lastly, a few thoughts looking ahead ! @josbuttler has to play Test Match cricket for England as he’s a quality player & what a difference he could make to the England test side ! Mr Root should demand he be picked. I’ve really enjoyed his compnay as he’s a quality person too. @stokesy is someone you want in the trenches with you & has a quality work ethic. I’m looking forward to seeing him back playing international cricket, he’s a bloody good man ! @shortyjnr23 will become an awesome all round cricketer for Australia & will surprise people with his bowling. @imsanjusamson will be the next big Indian superstar batsman along with Pant & J Archer will soon be the best fast bowler in the world !! Come on the Royals #hallabol.”

Sanju shared a picture of himself alongside Shane Warne and thanked him for his support. He captioned the snap, “Heartful and cordial thanks for extending your precious valuable guidance and support for us till now in this IPL season.will cherish the memory for ever ☺️ #legend @shanewarne23.”

Talking about the team, after losing against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens Rajasthan Royals is on number 4 of the IPL 2018 Points Table. RR has 12 points in their kitty and will take on Royal Challengers Bangalore on Saturday.

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