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Sanju Samson<\/strong><\/a>The journey to international cricket has always been defined by talent, resilience and unwavering authenticity. Fresh unusual company in ICC T20 World Cup<\/strong>where he won the Player of the Tournament award with 321 runs, the Indian wicketkeeper recently gave fans a glimpse into his professional evolution. Appearing on JioStar’s show ‘Believe’, Samson reflected on his career-defining moments, his philosophical departure from competitive anxiety and an unforgettable gym session with the batting icon Virat Kohli<\/strong> which changed his perspective on elite athletics.<\/p>\n Recalling a training session during the national team camp, Samson spoke of Kohli’s high intensity in his fitness routine. Intrigued by the former captain’s tireless work ethic, the Kerala batsman actively sought advice on how to maintain high performance at the highest level. Kohli, known for his straightforward demeanor, laid out a clear plan focused on strict nutritional discipline, physical recovery and lifestyle choices geared toward long-term athletic success.<\/p>\n “We all know what Virat bhai is very plain and simple. The way he carries himself in the gym, this guy has a different fire<\/em>“, Samson said during the show.<\/p>\n When asked for his advice, Kohli explained that consistent recovery and careful lifestyle choices over a decade separates the good players from the legends. Samson admitted he strictly followed Kohli’s strict regime for about a year and a half before finding it difficult to maintain, highlighting the incredible effort required to stay on top of the modern sport.<\/p>\n Apart from physical training, Samson has addressed his mental transformation ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup. Having previously lost his first-choice spot Ishan Kishan<\/strong><\/a>The 31-year-old has made a conscious decision to move away from the relentless internal pressure that often consumes Indian cricketers. Deciding to play on his own terms, Samson stressed that enjoying the game and maintaining his authentic batting style took priority over concerns about future selection cycles, including the 2028 tournament.<\/p>\n “He told me that lifestyle plays a huge role. If you want to become an international cricketer, you have to lead a different lifestyle. He shared what helps him on his travels and told me, \u201cThis food will help your body recover and this one won’t. If you maintain this discipline for the next 10 years, you’re in for a great career.\u201d I started following it for a year, a year and a half, but after that I couldn’t follow it anymore<\/em>“, he added.<\/p>\n This change in mindset has paid huge dividends. In the virtual quarter-final against “Samson”, he won the same victories West Indies<\/strong> in the grand final against New Zealand<\/strong>cementing his status as a big match winner for India.<\/p>\nSanju Samson talks about the success tips Virat Kohli gave him in the gym<\/strong><\/h2>\n