Overview
- A photo of Sanju Samson working with Royal Challengers Bengaluru throw-down specialist Gabriel went viral, intensifying speculation about his next IPL team.
- Reports from August said Samson asked Rajasthan Royals to trade him or release him into the auction, citing differences following earlier squad decisions.
- Rajasthan Royals explored trade possibilities and owner Manoj Badale sounded out other teams, including naming players they would want in exchange, according to prior reports.
- Insiders indicate RR found no viable trade and could release Samson into the December auction as the franchise undertakes backroom staff changes.
- Samson remains India’s first-choice wicketkeeper for the five T20Is in Australia starting October 29, and off-season sessions with non-team specialists are common practice.