‘We didn't get gold on a platter’: Samson on India’s hard-fought win over Pakistan
Indian cricketer Sanju Samson credited the team's experience for their hard-fought victory against Pakistan in the Asian Games final. Despite rain disruptions and a strong performance from Pakistan, India successfully defended their gold medal.
Why it matters
The victory is significant due to the high-stakes nature of India-Pakistan sporting rivalries and the prestige of the Asian Games.
India’s Asian Games gold medal did not come easily, according to wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson, who credited the presence of experienced players for helping the team navigate the pressure of a high-stakes final against Pakistan.India beat their arch-rivals by 19 runs on Saturday to successfully defend their men’s cricket gold at the continental showpiece.Samson said the experience within the squad proved crucial, particularly during a tournament where rain had repeatedly disrupted practice and match schedules.“We had a very experienced team. That’s where the experience of experienced players comes in.
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