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Samson Says He Will Play Under Gaikwad at CSK, Hails Chance to Learn From Dhoni

Samson publicly backs Ruturaj Gaikwad’s captaincy, expressing eagerness to learn from MS Dhoni in his first remarks since the trade.

Sanju Samson
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Sanju Samson

Overview

  • CSK released an interview in which Sanju Samson said, "Rutu is a good friend of mine… I want to play under his captaincy" and "be with him as a leader."
  • Chennai Super Kings have confirmed Ruturaj Gaikwad will remain captain for IPL 2026, ending outside speculation that Samson might take over.
  • The IPL‑confirmed trade sent Samson to CSK at his existing INR 18 crore fee, with Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran moving to Rajasthan Royals and Jadeja’s fee revised to INR 14 crore.
  • Samson said it felt like "destiny" to share a dressing room with MS Dhoni and described being excited to train and learn alongside the CSK great.
  • Reports noted social‑media changes suggesting tension with Rajasthan Royals, while RR owner Manoj Badale said Samson had been emotionally drained and discussed leaving late last season.