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Samson's RR Exit? Badrinath Points to Parag's Captaincy Role

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Sanju Samson's potential departure from the Rajasthan Royals has sparked speculation, with former Chennai Super Kings player Subramaniam Badrinath suggesting Riyan Parag's emergence as a captaincy option as a contributing factor.

Reports indicate Samson has requested a trade or release from RR, citing disagreements with management. Badrinath questioned how Samson could remain with the team if Parag is being considered for a leadership role, highlighting potential tension within the franchise. Samson's absence due to injury during IPL 2025 allowed Parag to captain RR in several matches.

While Samson's future remains uncertain, Badrinath believes he would be a suitable replacement for MS Dhoni at CSK, though he expressed doubts about how Samson would fit into their batting lineup. The situation presents a complex scenario for both Samson and the Royals as they navigate the upcoming IPL season.

Samson's leadership and batting prowess have been crucial for RR, and his potential exit marks a significant development in the IPL landscape.

““I feel Riyan Parag is the reason. If you consider him for captaincy, how do you expect someone like Samson to stay?”

Subramaniam Badrinath, Former CSK Player

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#1	Rohit Sharma	MI	302 sixes
#2	Virat Kohli	RCB	291 sixes
#3	MS Dhoni	CSK	264 sixes
#4	Andre Russell	KKR	223 sixes
#5	Sanju Samson	RR	219 sixes

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#1	Virat Kohli	RCB	8 centuries
#2	Jos Buttler	GT	7 centuries
#3	KL Rahul	DC	5 centuries
#4	Shubman Gill	GT	4 centuries
#5	Sanju Samson	RR	3 centuries

Samson's RR Exit? Badrinath Points to Parag's Captaincy Role

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