There has been a lot of buzz lately about Sanju Samson possibly moving from the Rajasthan Royals to the Chennai Super Kings, and it looks like there might be some truth behind these rumors. After a disappointing IPL 2025 season where CSK finished at the bottom of the table for the very first time ever, even though Ruturaj Gaikawad started as Captain, he had to leave mid-season due to an elbow injury, and MS Dhoni took charge again.
Now, CSK is reportedly interested in bringing Sanju Samson on board. A senior CSK official confirmed that they are definitely looking at Samson as an option. They see him as a valuable player since he is an Indian batter who can keep wickets and also open the innings. The official mentioned that no formal talks have started with the Rajasthan Royals yet, but if Samson becomes available, CSK would be ready to explore that option. “We are definitely looking at Sanju Samson. He is an Indian Batter, who is a keeper and opener. So if he is available, we will certainly have a look at the option of having him in our fold. Who we will trade him we have not taken that call because the matter has not gone that far”
Samson has been a key player for the Rajasthan Royals for years. He joined them originally in 2013, then became captain in 2021, and even led the team to the final in 2022. Ahead of the IPL 2025, the Royals retained him for 18 crore. However, in IPL 2025, things did not go smoothly for Samson. He played only nine games due to injuries and scored 285 runs, with his best knock against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Samson’s Future: Possible CSK Move
Even though CSK is interested in taking in Samson, they are not the only franchise who are interested in him. A few other teams have shown interest in him as well. The trading window is currently open, and while nothing official has happened yet, discussion could move forward soon. If CSK wants to sign Samson, they would have to trade one of their top players since he was a high-value retention for the Royals. Some even believe that is this move happens, Samson could be seen as a long-term replacement for MS Dhoni, who is nearing the end of his career. Dhoni’s knee problems have been a concern, and he might not continue playing for many more reasons.
For now, it’s all about waiting to see if CSK actually make a formal move and who they might offer in return. Samson has been an important part of the Rajasthan Royals’ journey, but a possible new chapter with CSK could bring fresh excitement to the fans. Whether this transfer goes through or not, it’s clear that Sanju Samson continues to be one of the most talked-about players ahead of the IPL 2026.
