Sanju Samson getting ready to join Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as captain for IPL 2026 – Reports

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Sanju Samson is one of the finest talents that India have produced, and he has been a regular member of the Indian side in the T20I setup. Known for his elegant stroke play and effortless timing, Samson has been a consistent performer in the Indian Premier League.

Though he couldn’t take his team, Rajasthan Royals, to the playoffs in the IPL 2025, but Samson has been pretty good as RR captain since 2021. Under him, RR played the final of the 2022 edition and made it to the playoffs of the 2024 edition.

The IPL 2025 had many hurdles for the franchises. Samson was not completely fit and didn’t play a few games. But they will hope that they bounce back strong for the next season. However, with the buzz still among the fans, some reports broke out indicating Samson’s exit from Rajasthan Royals ahead of the next season.

Sanju Samson is likely to join MS Dhoni and Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2025—reports.

It’s just over two weeks since the IPL 2025 conclusion, and some media reports are claiming that Sanju Samson and Rajasthan Royals are likely to part ways in the IPL 2026. If it happens, Samson will be one of the hottest picks for the teams looking for a quality Indian player.

Some reports have also claimed that Samson can join the five-time champion Chennai Super Kings. Notably, MS Dhoni is going through his final phase of his IPL career. There is no confirmation whether he will play the next edition or not. That is where CSK might look to have Samson.

Without Dhoni, they need an Indian wicketkeeper and a captain; that is where Samson can provide them this dual role. These rumors got ignited when the RR captain and his wife, Charulatha, were present at an MLC game featuring Texas Super Kings.

His presence at the game and the online post shared have certainly made the fans curious about his arrival at CSK. Though there is no such confirmation, with the mini auction set before the IPL 2026, teams will try to have the best possible players. If Samson won’t feature at the auction, teams can try to have him by trade option.