Sanju Samson Transfer Rumors Intensify: Will the Kerala Star Leave Rajasthan Royals for Chennai Super Kings?

Social media has been abuzz with speculation regarding Sanju Samson’s future in the Indian Premier League, with rumours indicating that he might be released by Rajasthan Royals and join Chennai Super Kings ahead of IPL 2026.

Just two weeks after the conclusion of IPL 2025, Samson has found himself in the spotlight once again.

Reports claimed that the Kerala-born cricketer is likely to be acquired by CSK, though there has been no official confirmation from either Rajasthan Royals or Chennai Super Kings as yet.

Samson’s IPL Journey and Leadership Role

Sanju Samson began his IPL career in 2013 with the Rajasthan Royals. After three seasons, he moved to Delhi Capitals (formerly Delhi Daredevils) for a brief stint, returning to the Royals in 2018.

He was appointed captain in 2021, replacing Steve Smith after the Royals ended at the bottom of the table.

Under his leadership, Rajasthan Royals had a successful run in 2022, reaching the final for the first time in 14 years, although they lost to Gujarat Titans.

The following seasons, however, were underwhelming. The team missed the playoffs in 2023 and lost the Qualifier 2 in 2024 against SunRisers Hyderabad.

Injuries and Performance in IPL 2025

In IPL 2025, Samson played as an impact player in the first three matches before suffering a hip injury during a game against Delhi Capitals, which sidelined him for several fixtures.

He managed to play nine matches, scoring 285 runs at an average of 35.62. Despite his decent batting form, Rajasthan Royals ended the season in the ninth position.

During his absence, Riyan Parag captained the side. Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who replaced Samson in the playing XI, made notable contributions, which gave the Royals some positives to consider for future campaigns.

Instagram Activity Fuels CSK Rumours

Speculation around Samson’s exit gained momentum following an Instagram post where he shared an image of a yellow road divider with the caption “Time To Move…!!” and a Tamil song playing in the background. The use of yellow and Tamil music immediately caught the attention of fans, who linked it to Chennai Super Kings.

Adding to the intrigue, Samson’s manager liked a viral post that read “Sanju released and CSK is ready.” This led fans and cricket followers to intensify discussions about a potential switch to the Chennai-based franchise.

Rajasthan Royals’ Underwhelming Campaign in 2025

The 2025 season was disappointing for Rajasthan Royals, who won only four of their 14 matches. The team struggled with injuries and inconsistency. Despite Samson’s respectable batting numbers, his absence in critical games affected team performance.

Fans and analysts have begun to question the franchise’s direction and leadership, which has only strengthened the belief that a major change could be on the horizon.

No Official Confirmation Yet

As of now, neither Rajasthan Royals nor Chennai Super Kings have issued any statement regarding Samson’s future. The 30-year-old cricketer remains a key player in the IPL circuit, and his possible move to CSK could significantly alter the dynamics for both franchises.

Until an official announcement is made, the rumours remain speculative. However, given the growing signs and social media signals, fans continue to watch the situation closely, eager to see if Sanju Samson will indeed don the yellow jersey in IPL 2026.