Samson's Blazing 89 Powers India in T20 Semis; Maharashtra MLAs Demand Tickets

• Sanju Samson smashed an explosive 89 runs off 42 balls against England in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.
• His knock, featuring eight fours and seven sixes, propelled India to 160/1 in 13.1 overs at the time of his dismissal.
• Samson forged a crucial 97-run partnership with Ishan Kishan for the second wicket in just 45 deliveries, maintaining India's momentum.
• Maharashtra MLAs created a stir in the legislature, demanding tickets for the India-England semi-final match.
• Presiding Officer Dilip Lande directed the state government to arrange tickets, with Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule agreeing to address the demand.