Rumors swirl about Sanju Samson potentially joining CSK; RR captain responds amid discussions and R Ashwin's hint about a trade
In the teaser for 'Kutti Stories with Ash', airing tomorrow afternoon, former India all-rounder and current Chennai Super Kings (CSK) player, Ravichandran Ashwin, made a humorous comment about the possibility of Sanju Samson joining his team.
The comment comes amidst swirling Indian Premier League (IPL) trade rumours, with Samson and CSK being a focus of transfer speculation. Ashwin, known for his astute cricketing intellect and dry sense of humor, delivered his quip on the social media platform Twitter.
The teaser was filmed in Kerala and was powered by PeterEngland_. The joke between Ashwin and Samson, who were previously teammates on the Rajasthan Royals, has gained popularity and added excitement to the IPL transfer window.
Rumours of Sanju Samson being traded from Rajasthan Royals (RR) to CSK have been circulating, but Ravichandran Ashwin recently clarified that such a trade is highly unlikely to happen. He explained that the trade would not benefit RR because if Sanju goes to CSK, RR would struggle to get valuable players in return from other teams. Additionally, CSK typically does not trade away key players, making the trade even more improbable.
Recent reports suggest that RR's owner Manoj Badale has asked for star players like Ravindra Jadeja or Ruturaj Gaikwad in exchange for Samson, but CSK has rejected these demands, which has put the trade in jeopardy. Furthermore, Sanju Samson himself has no say in the trade, and despite his request to be released or allowed to enter the auction, the chances of him joining CSK remain slim.
Despite the speculations and interest from CSK, the trade has effectively hit a dead end due to negotiation hurdles and franchise policies, as emphasized by Ashwin and corroborated by multiple reports.
Ashwin, who made a comeback to the Chennai Super Kings during the IPL 2025 auction, currently holds the position of Director of Operations at the CSK Academy. During the IPL 2025 season, he took seven wickets in nine matches.
The joke between Ashwin and Samson also comes amidst reports suggesting Ashwin could leave his role at CSK. Recent reports suggest Ashwin might resign from his role at the CSK Academy, potentially indicating a change in his journey with CSK.
As the IPL 2026 player transfers continue to be a topic of speculation, fans will eagerly await the airing of 'Kutti Stories with Ash' to catch more insights and humour from the cricketing duo.
- Even though Sanju Samson's potential transfer from Rajasthan Royals to Chennai Super Kings has been a subject of discussions, Ashwin's recent clarification suggests that such a trade is highly unlikely due to various factors, including franchise policies and lack of beneficial players in return.
- In the realm of Indian sports, alongside Bollywood, cricket continues to capture the nation's imagination, with the teaser for 'Kutti Stories with Ash', airing tomorrow, being a testament to the enduring appeal of cricket personalities like Ravichandran Ashwin, who is known for his wit and humor, both on and off the field.
