‘Mallu in the team’: Varun Chakaravarthy invokes viral Sanju Samson meme

Varun Chakravarthy and Sanju Samson. (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool)

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Naman Awards ceremony, held to celebrate India’s cricketing heroes, turned into a viral moment after Varun Chakravarthy made a light-hearted yet striking remark involving Sanju Samson. The meme remark came during the red carpet when Varun Chakravarthy and Sanju Samson arrived for the ceremony when asked about the world cup campaign from Varun and Sanju Samson, Varun's meme remark on Samson grabs the attention of the people on social media. Varun Chakravarthy said: 'There is meme going on social media, if there is a Mallu in the World Cup team, we never lose the World Cup'. The remark quickly went viral on social media, especially in the backdrop of India’s dominant triumph in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, where Samson played a pivotal role. 'Well bringing him back in the XI was the masterstroke, that change the world cup' he added. Varun Chakravarthy's remark on Sanju Samson came from the original things that Malayalam players have won us the world cup even before the T20 world cup 2026 by Samson. The Meme flooded on Social Media with people assuming where it came from.

Who Were The Malayali players who won the world cup previsouly

Malayali cricketers have played a remarkable "lucky charm" role in India's major cricket World Cup victories, with at least one Kerala-born player in every winning squad since 1983.Sunil Valson (1983):- Part of Kapil Dev's 1983 World Cup winning campaign, though did not play any matchesS. Sreesanth (2007 T20, 2011 ODI):- S. Sreesanth was the key bowler in India's both World Cup victories, including taking the winning catch in 2007. Sanju Samson (2024 & 2026 T20):- Sanju was part of the T20 World Cup 2024 though he did not played any matches, In 2026 he became the Player of the tournament in India's 3rd T20I title victory

Sanju Samson opens up on T20 World Cup journey, and title win

Sanju Samson’s dream World Cup campaign

Samson was one of the standout performers of the tournament and was eventually named Player of the Tournament for his exceptional contributions. The wicketkeeper-batter scored 321 runs in just five innings, averaging over 80 with a staggering strike rate close to 200, making him one of the most destructive batters in the competition. His performances in crucial matches defined India’s title-winning run: 97 not out vs West Indies (Super 8) - a match-winning knock under pressure 89 vs England (Semi-final) – a dominant innings in a knockout clash 89 vs New Zealand (Final) – a blazing start that set up India’s title win

Varun Chakravarthy's World Cup campaign

Varun Chakravarthy had a mixed yet impactful campaign in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, playing a key role in India’s title-winning run. The mystery spinner emerged as one of the leading wicket-takers of the tournament, finishing with 14 wickets, showcasing his ability to break crucial partnerships in the middle overs. His standout performance came against the Netherlands, where he delivered a brilliant spell to seal a win for India.

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