IPL 2026 Trading Window has held wide discussion, in which prominent players make headlines. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are now allegedly considering a business for Delhi Capital ‘(DC) top-order batsman KL Rahul, he was linked to Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain Sanju Samson after earlier speculation.
Chennai Super Kings are allegedly monitored for Sanju Samson before the 2026 season. Samson has long been an important person for RR as Captain and Wicketkeeper. The five-time IPL champion has been in wicketkeeper-butter news amidst increasing speculation about possible high-profile transfer.
Chennai Super Kings can transfer business focus from Sanju Samson to KL Rahul
Chennai Super Kings are allegedly reconsidered their trade goals before IPL 2026. According to DNA India, KL can focus his focus on KL Rahul from Sanju Samson.
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While Samson was previously seen as a potential successor of MS Dhoni, CSK now feels that Rahul is a more suitable long -term option. The change in strategy has created a discussion in the trade market, in which Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) are also allegedly showing interest in Rahul.
Rahul’s versatility makes him a valuable property. He brings stability as a batsman, strong leadership qualities and additional benefits of wicketkeeping, reminiscent of Dhoni. These symptoms make him a strong contender to lead CSK in the later era of Dhoni.
KKR and RR emerge as contenders for KL Rahul amid trade discussion
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are allegedly eager to acquire Delhi Capital Batter KL Rahul, especially after struggling with foreign wicketkeeping options during the 2025 season. Rahul’s inclusion will allow him to free a foreign slot, which will give more flexibility in the team’s creation.
KKR’s assistant coach Abhishek Nair, who shares a close synergy with Rahul, can play an important role in facilitating business. There are even rumors that after a disappointing campaign under KKR Ajinkya Rahane, Rahul may offer captaincy.
Meanwhile, Rajasthan Royals (RR) can also enter the race for Rahul if they decide to trade Sanju Samson in Chennai Super Kings. Rahul can fill the zero under the leadership and the wicketkeeping department left by Samson. RR can also consider trading Shimron Hetmier for DC in exchange for Rahul.
KL Rahul and Sanju Samson perform in IPL 2025
KL Rahul scored 539 runs in 13 matches for DC despite batting in various positions. He terminated the league stage between the top 10 runs-songs. However, DC, led by Exer Patel, lost speed in the second half after a strong start. He missed the playoffs narrowly, fining fifth with seven wins.
On the other hand, Sanju Samson faced a season with injuries. He started the campaign as an influence player, but later suffered a stomach injury against Delhi Capital, which sidelined him for five matches.
Rajasthan Royals ended a disappointing season, finishing ninth at the table with only four wins out of 14 matches. Samson scored 285 runs in an average nine matches of 35.62 and rated a strike of 140.39, managing only one fifty throughout the tournament.
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