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CSK Affirms Principle Interest in Trading for Sanju Samson

The franchise’s pursuit remains preliminary under the open trading window until a week before the IPL 2026 auction.

MS Dhoni (L), Sanju Samson (R) | Image: IPL
Rajasthan Royals' captain Sanju Samson and Riyan Parag during
Chennai Super Kings express interest in bringing Sanju Samson on board for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 edition.
Sanju Samson

Overview

  • Chennai Super Kings finished last in IPL 2025 and are seeking a long-term wicketkeeper-batter solution beyond MS Dhoni.
  • A senior CSK official told Cricbuzz the club is “definitely looking at Sanju” but has not initiated formal talks with Rajasthan Royals.
  • Sanju Samson was retained by Rajasthan Royals at INR 18 crore and his injury-marred IPL 2025 season factors into trade valuations.
  • The IPL trading window opened June 4 and stays active until seven days before the 2026 auction, giving teams scope to negotiate swaps.
  • Multiple franchises have approached the Royals about Samson’s availability, pressuring CSK to balance its salary purse and identify trade assets.