Team India wicketkeeper-boring Sanju Samson is set to continue with Rajasthan Royals (RR) for the IPL 2026 season, despite recently speculation about him to join Chennai Super Kings (CSK). According to a report by Mumbai Mirror, the franchise has no plans to trade Samson or any other player at this level.
The IPL trade window has made rapid speculation among fans, some rumors have attracted significant attention. Sanju has been one of the most discussed names during the Samson off-season. He has been associated with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and CSK since the end of the IPL 2025 season.
Sanju Samson to live with Rajasthan Royals for IPL 2026 amid CSK transfer rumors
Sanju Samson will be with Rajasthan Royals for the IPL 2026 season. As confirmed by a source of Mumbai mirror, Samson remains an important part of the squad and retains its role as the team’s captain.
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A source said on Tuesday, “RR has decided not to trade Samson or any of his players for now. Samson is a very part of the Royals set-up and the team’s undisputed captain.”
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In July, it was reported that five -time IPL champions Chennai Super Kings were eyeing Sanju Samson for the 2026 season. Samson faced an injury shock during IPL 2025, due to which Ryan Parag temporarily handled the captaincy duties in Rajasthan Royals.
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