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Sanju Samson's Historic Century: First CSK Player to Hit 100 vs MI

Sanju Samson made history by becoming the first Chennai Super Kings batter to score a century against the Mumbai Indians in IPL. He smashed 101 off 54 balls at Wankhede Stadium, joining Rohit Sharma and Sanath Jayasuriya as centurions in this rivalry. This was his fifth IPL hundred, tying him with KL Rahul on the all-time list. Samson's knock helped CSK post 207-6, setting a 208-run target for MI.

Key Points: Sanju Samson Makes History vs MI in IPL

  • Sanju Samson scores first CSK century vs MI
  • Hits 101 off 54 balls with 10 fours, 6 sixes
  • His fifth IPL hundred, tied with KL Rahul
  • Leads CSK with 293 runs this season
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IPL: Sanju Samson makes history, first CSK batter to slam century against MI

Sanju Samson becomes first CSK batter to score IPL century against Mumbai Indians, smashing 101 off 54 balls. His fifth IPL ton joins elite list.

"Samson etched his name in record books as he became the first Chennai Super Kings batter to score a century against the Mumbai Indians - IPL report"

Mumbai, April 23

Sanju Samson etched his name in record books as he became the first Chennai Super Kings batter to score a century against the Mumbai Indians, joining Rohit Sharma and Sanath Jayasuriya as the only centurions in the contests between the two teams.

Samson achieved the feat in the IPL clash against MI in Mumbai on Thursday at the iconic Wankhede Stadium.

This was Samson's second hundred of this edition of IPL. He had notched up his first ton against Delhi Capitals on April 11.

Samson was at his fluent best, smashing 101 off 54 balls, laced with 10 fours and six sixes at a strike rate of 187.04. It was his fifth IPL hundred, taking him to joint fourth on the all-time list alongside KL Rahul, behind Virat Kohli (8), Jos Buttler (7) and Chris Gayle (6).

After a standout T20 World Cup, where he played a key role in India's title triumph with scores of 97, 89 and 89 in the Super 8s, semi-final and final respectively, Samson endured a mixed start for his new IPL franchise.

The Kerala batter came under scrutiny after managing 6, 7 and 9 in his first three matches of the 2026 season, before bouncing back with a century against DC, followed by scores of 48 and 7 in his next two outings.

Samson is also CSK's leading run scorer this season and third overall so far this season with 293 runs in seven matches at an average of 58.60 and a strike rate of 178.65.

Samson's fluent hundred took Chennai Super Kings to a massive 207-6 against Mumbai Indians, setting a daunting target of 208.

- ANI

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Priya S
Honestly, I'm still not fully comfortable with Sanju in CSK 😅 He was such an RR legend! But you can't deny his talent. Making history against MI at Wankhede - that's special. Five IPL hundreds now, only behind the greats. India's T20 future is in safe hands!
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Rohit P
Great innings, but CSK's bowling needs to step up too. 207 is a good total but not safe against MI's batting lineup. Samson's form is a silver lining though - after those early ducks, he's bounced back like a true champion. Kohli, Buttler, Gayle... now Samson in that list! 🏏
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Michael C
As an Aussie who follows IPL, Sanju Samson is one of the most elegant batters to watch. His timing through the covers is pure class. That T20 World Cup form has carried over nicely. 293 runs at 58+ average - proper consistency from a guy who used to be labeled "inconsistent."
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Sarah B
I know it's a historic moment, but has anyone noticed CSK's middle order is still shaky? Dhoni isn't getting younger, and if Samson fails, they collapse. That said, tonight belongs to Sanju - first CSK centurion against MI, fifth IPL hundred. What a player! 👏
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Vikram M
Sanju Samson is a perfect example of why you shouldn't judge a player after 3 matches. That 6, 7, 9 start had people calling for his head 😅 Now he's CSK's leading run-scorer with 293 runs. Patience pays off! And that 101 off 54 balls -

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