When Rahul Dravid helped Sanju Samson revive his career

Team India aggressive wicketkeeper-batsman Sanju Samson has been involved in controversy with Kerala Cricket Association (KCA). The matter came to limelight when Samson was not included in Kerala’s squad for the Vijay Hazare Trophy.

The matter even became worse when Samson’s father Viswanath brought serious allegations against KCA by alleging that conspiracy is being hatched to end Samson’s career.

Well, Samson’s tumultuous relations with Kerala aren’t new. According to Viswanath, the KCA has been hell-bent on destroying Samson’s career from as early as when he was 11 years old.

However, as per the revelation by Viswanath, former India great Rahul Dravid played a great role in reviving the career of Samson.

“When KCA had tried to disregard Sanju and destroy his career, Dravid ji had interfered in the matter. Wherever Sanju is at today, he owes it to Rahul Dravid. I have not forgotten anyone who has given us warmth and generosity. When action was being taken against Samson, they had given up his kit and everything else. Then, one day, we were all sad and sitting at home when Sanju got a call from Rahul sir. Sanju was overjoyed. He picked up the phone crying. The mood in the house was somber,” said Viswanath.

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“Dravid said ‘Sanju, I understand all that is happening with you. They are all jealous of you. Tu chinta mat kar (Don’t worry). Don’t get your morale down. I have taken care of it. You keep training and get ready for NCA’. He operated at a level higher than the KCA and took Sanju under his wings.” He added.