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Sanju Samson's Sharp Tone: 'Gold Medal Not Served on a Platter' After Defeating Pakistan
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News18•04-10-2026, 12:40
Sanju Samson's Sharp Tone: 'Gold Medal Not Served on a Platter' After Defeating Pakistan
- •Sanju Samson stated that India did not get the men's cricket gold medal in the Asian Games 'served on a platter', emphasizing the hard work involved.
- •India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan by 19 runs in a thrilling final to retain the men's cricket gold medal.
- •Samson highlighted that fielding an experienced 'A' team helped in managing pressure and maintaining motivation and focus.
- •India posted a strong total of 211 for six wickets, with half-centuries from Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma, while Pakistan scored 192.
- •Samson acknowledged the significance of the match but noted that players focused on the demands and conditions of the game.
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Sanju Samson stated that India did not get the men's cricket gold medal served on a platter and that the team had to work hard for the satisfying victory against Pakistan.
Sanju Samson explained that fielding an experienced 'A' team helped the players deal with pressure, manage their energy, stay motivated, and maintain composure in the thrilling final against Pakistan.
India posted a strong total of 211 for six wickets with half-centuries from Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma, while Pakistan scored 192 for six wickets in response, resulting in a 19-run victory for India.
