Who is the Roger Federer of cricket? Sanju Samson reveals his surprising pick
Who is the Roger Federer of Cricket?
Cricket and tennis may be two very different sports, but fans have often compared their biggest stars because of the way they play, lead, and handle pressure.
Roger Federer. (Credits: X.com)
Indian wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson recently joined that conversation by drawing interesting comparisons between some of cricket’s greatest names and two of tennis’ biggest icons.
Speaking during a chat on JioStar, Samson was asked which cricketer reminds him of Roger Federer. The Rajasthan Royals captain did not need much time to think before naming former India captain MS Dhoni.
For Samson, the comparison goes beyond achievements. He believes Dhoni’s calm personality and effortless style make him the closest cricket has to the Swiss tennis legend.
Sanju Samson Picks MS Dhoni as Cricket’s Roger Federer
Dhoni earned a reputation for staying cool when matches reached tense moments. Whether he was guiding India to ICC trophies or finishing games with the bat, he rarely looked under pressure. Samson believes those qualities make the comparison with Dhoni a natural one.
Virat Kohli Reminds Samson of Carlos Alcaraz
Samson was also asked which cricketer best resembles Spanish tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz. This time, he picked Virat Kohli.
He pointed to Kohli’s fearless attitude, intensity and explosive style, saying they remind him of the young tennis star.
