sanju samson vs LSG Highlights : The 44th match of IPL 2024 was played between Rajasthan Royals and Lucknow Super Giants. In this match held at Ekna Stadium in Lucknow, Rajasthan blew away Lucknow. Captain Sanju Samson played the match winning innings for Rajasthan.

But, Sanju Samson's winning celebration is being talked about more than his brilliant innings in this match.

Actually, Sanju Samson, who is known for his calm nature, sealed Rajasthan's victory by hitting a six at the Ekna Stadium and celebrated with a roaring victory.

The selectors got a warning

Sanju Samson has been performing brilliantly this season and has staked his claim for selection in the Indian squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup. Sanju has scored 385 runs at an average of 77 in 8 matches. After seeing Samson's celebration on social media, users are commenting saying, “Hopefully, Sanju's roar will ring in the ears of the selectors and get him a ticket to the World Cup”.

Sanju hit 71 runs in 33 balls

Meanwhile, Sanju Samson hit an unbeaten 71 off just 33 balls with the help of 7 fours and 4 sixes in Lucknow. Rajasthan Royals defeated Lucknow Supergiants by 7 wickets with an over to spare on the strength of the captain's knock.

Sanju Samson then roared aggressively and celebrated the victory, the video of which has gone viral on social media.

Samson was adjudged man of the match for his outstanding innings. On the strength of this innings, Samson has overtaken KL Rahul in the Orange Cap race. He is now behind Virat Kohli. The Rajasthan Royals captain has scored 385 runs at an average of 77 in 9 matches.

Rajasthan Royals almost in the playoffs

Lucknow Supergiants scored 196 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in 20 overs when they batted first on Saturday. In reply, Rajasthan Royals reached the target losing 3 wickets in 19 overs. This is Rajasthan Royals' 8th win in 9 matches and they are close to qualifying for the playoffs.

Notably, Rajasthan Royals are the only team, which has lost only one match in the current season.

Rajasthan Royals next match will be against Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 2. The Royals will have to win this match to seal official playoff qualification. Rajasthan Royals will be the first team to qualify for the playoffs in the current season.