De Villiers: Bumrah, Not Samson, Deserved T20 World Cup Player of the Tournament
De Villiers: Bumrah, Not Samson, Deserved T20 World Cup Player of the Tournament
- •India won the T20 World Cup 2026, with Sanju Samson named Player of the Tournament.
- •Former South African captain AB de Villiers believes Jasprit Bumrah should have received the award.
- •De Villiers cited Bumrah's 14 wickets in 8 matches, crucial bowling in key moments, and effective economy rate.
- •Bumrah delivered outstanding performances in decisive matches against England and New Zealand.
- •Samson scored 321 runs in 5 matches at a nearly 200 strike rate, including key innings in the quarter-final, semi-final, and final.
