{"id":215678,"date":"2026-04-12T10:46:01","date_gmt":"2026-04-12T05:16:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsfed.in\/english\/?p=215678"},"modified":"2026-04-12T10:46:02","modified_gmt":"2026-04-12T05:16:02","slug":"sanju-samsons-maiden-ton-powers-chennai-to-first-victory-of-the-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsfed.in\/english\/sanju-samsons-maiden-ton-powers-chennai-to-first-victory-of-the-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Sanju Samson\u2019s Maiden Ton Powers Chennai to First Victory of the Season!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Sanju Samson has officially arrived in the yellow jersey! In a much-needed boost for a post-Dhoni Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Samson delivered a masterclass in batting to secure the team\u2019s first win of the season. Carrying his sublime form from the World Cup, Sanju smashed the first century of the current IPL edition, single-handedly steering the ship for the defending champions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stepping onto the crease under immense pressure, Samson showcased a perfect blend of elegance and aggression. His century was punctuated with towering sixes and clinical boundaries that left the opposition clueless. For CSK fans, witnessing Sanju\u2019s brilliance at Chepauk was the highlight of the night, as the team had struggled to find its rhythm in the opening games. This victory not only provides crucial points but also cements Sanju Samson&#8217;s role as the new backbone of the Chennai batting lineup. With this win, CSK has sent a clear message to their rivals that they are back in the hunt for the trophy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sanju Samson has officially arrived in the yellow jersey! 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