Sanju Samson, recently traded to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) from Rajasthan Royals, has expressed immense enthusiasm about joining the five-time champions and playing under the leadership of Ruturaj Gaikwad. Samson, who previously captained the Royals, emphasized his desire to support Gaikwad, whom he considers a close friend, in the upcoming IPL 2026 season. This high-profile trade saw

Best run at Top Order position in IPL 2025
| Rank | Player | Team | runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | RR | 3781 runs | |
| #2 |
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“Rutu is a good friend of mine. I want to play under his captaincy. I want to be with him as a leader.”
Samson acknowledged the significance of joining one of the biggest franchises in IPL history and highlighted the presence of legendary figure MS Dhoni within the team setup. He passionately urged fans to embrace the change, stating that they are now part of the CSK family. His ultimate goal is clear: to help the team secure another IPL trophy, reinforcing the positive atmosphere surrounding his arrival in Chennai.
“Rutu is a good friend of mine. I want to play under his captaincy. I want to be with him as a leader.”
| MI |
| 3312 runs |
| #3 | MI | 3304 runs |
| #4 | RCB | 3191 runs |
| #5 | PBKS | 2984 runs |