Kolkata, March 1 -- As a blockbuster 97* by Sanju Samson single-handedly led Team India to a five-wicket win over West Indies at Kolkata's Eden Gardens, Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav heaped praises on his masterclass innings, saying, good things happen to good people who wait.

Samson, whose place in the playing 11 was under scrutiny after his lean patch with the bat, delivered in India's must-win T20 World Cup Super Eight clash against the West Indies, helping his team reach the semifinals on Sunday.

Suryakumar also highlighted Samson's patience and hard work and felt it paid off. He also believed the bowlers stuck to the plan, and the chase was on track, given the dew and pitch conditions.

Yadav also emphasised that small partnershi...