'He's backbone now': Ruturaj Gaikwad credits Sanju Samson for CSK's late-season revival
Ruturaj Gaikwad lauded Sanju Samson's match-winning 87* against Delhi Capitals, calling him the team's backbone.
Samson's unbeaten knock, alongside Kartik Sharma's support, secured an eight-wicket win for CSK, keeping their playoff hopes alive.
This victory propelled CSK to fifth place in the IPL 2026 standings.
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