"Sanju Samson discloses Gautam Gambhir's surprising dismissal statement during a challenging period in his cricket career"
In the world of cricket, change is in the air as Sanju Samson, the captain of Rajasthan Royals (RR), has officially requested a trade ahead of the upcoming IPL 2026 season. This decision comes after a challenging 2025 season for the team, which ranked ninth out of ten [4].
Rajasthan Royals owner Manoj Badale is actively negotiating with several franchises, including Chennai Super Kings (CSK), to explore trade options involving Samson. Reports suggest that Badale has personally led talks and sent letters of interest to gauge other franchises’ interest [1][2][3].
However, CSK has shown reluctance in trading their key players for Samson, unwilling to release their important squad members like Ravindra Jadeja, Ruturaj Gaikwad, or Shivam Dube, making a direct swap unlikely [2][5].
The request for a trade comes after Sanju Samson recorded two consecutive ducks in T20Is against Sri Lanka in 2024. Despite this setback, he has solidified his position as one of India's pivotal players in the T20I format. In fact, Suryakumar Yadav, a key member of the Indian cricket team, gave Samson a chance to play seven consecutive games as an opener in T20Is during the Duleep Trophy 2024/25 [6].
During this challenging phase, Gautam Gambhir, a former Indian cricketer, offered words of reassurance to Samson. A viral cricket video shows Gambhir comforting Samson with the words "Kya hua? (What happened?)" in the dressing room after his poor performance against Sri Lanka in 2024 [3].
Meanwhile, another significant development in the IPL landscape is the potential departure of Ravichandran Ashwin from Chennai Super Kings. Ashwin's second tenure with the team is likely to end before IPL 2026, as he has communicated his decision to the CSK management [7]. The specific reasons for Ashwin's decision remain unclear.
As the cricket season approaches, the IPL landscape is set for some exciting changes. The fate of Sanju Samson, one of India's rising stars, and Ravichandran Ashwin, a veteran of the game, remains to be seen. Stay tuned for more updates as these stories unfold.
Sources:
- ESPNcricinfo
- India Today
- Cricbuzz
- Hindustan Times
- CricketCountry
- Sportskeeda
- Cricbuzz
In the bustling sports scene of India, Sanju Samson, seeking a fresh start, has sought a trade from the Rajasthan Royals (RR), looking towards the IPL 2026 season. With Gautam Gambhir offering words of encouragement, Samson might find opportunities beyond the borders of RR. Meanwhile, the impending departure of veteran all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin from Chennai Super Kings promises to reshape the IPL landscape. The upcoming cricket season is shaping up to be an exciting spectacle, with the careers of two prominent figures in Bollywood and cricket – Samson and Ashwin – pending decisions.
