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Young Gun Sampson's Resilience in T20 Loss
21 Jan
Summary
- Quentin Sampson debuted at 25, scoring 30 runs.
- He expressed awe and learned from senior players.
- Sampson stressed patience and capitalizing on loose balls.
Despite a disappointing opening T20 International defeat to Afghanistan by 38 runs, the West Indies team found a positive note in the composed debut of 25-year-old batsman Quentin Sampson. He emerged as a standout performer, leading the side with 30 runs against a strong Afghan bowling attack.
Sampson described receiving his cap as a surreal experience, fulfilling a long-held aspiration. He cherished the opportunity to learn from seasoned players he grew up watching, finding the camaraderie invaluable. His performance highlighted a maturity that suggests a promising future for the young cricketer.
Looking beyond personal achievement, Sampson offered a candid assessment of the team's shortcomings. He stressed the need for greater patience and better shot selection, noting the failure to capitalize on easier deliveries. Sampson also called for improvements in bowling execution, particularly in the critical final overs where Afghanistan accelerated their scoring.
