The king finally comes to the kingdom, Sanju Samson finally makes his way to Chennai Super Kings and he will now play in yellow. Rajasthan Royals leave Sanju Samson and end all the rumours. The arrival of Sanju Samson will help Chennai Super Kings to solve their three massive problems. So let’s get into the article to learn the full details.
Sanju Samson will play for CSK in IPL 2026
Sanju Samson started his career at the age of 17 and he was in KKR but he never got an opportunity to play in his debut season. He debuted in IPL in 2012, but in 2013, Sanju Samson was moved to Rajasthan Royals and it was his own home; Rajasthan Royals appointed Sanju Samson as a captain in 2021, and he was able to lead his side to the final of the IPL tournament as well.
Now Chennai Super Kings picks him as a key player for Rs 18 crores. The arrival of Sanju Samson will be solving 3 major problems of CSK. Let’s discuss about them.
Solution for a solid opener
Sanju Samson is really strong in the opening slot and he can play long innings and we know that Chennai Super Kings is facing a big problem with in the opening position. Sanju Samson would be a good option for CSK as an opener and this will offer a solid foundation in the matches of CSK.
Solid wicket-keeper
We know that Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the Captain and the face of CSK, has to retire as he is now 44. Mahendra Singh Dhoni is expected to retire after this season, and in his absence, Chennai Super Kings requires a solid wicket-keeper and Sanju Samson is the perfect replacement.
The real replacement of Dhoni
When Dhoni leaves CSK, the franchise needs a good leader and we know the captaincy skills of Sanju Samson and the availability of Sanju will offer a good leader for CSK. Sanju Samson has a good captaincy record and he led Rajasthan Royals in 67 matches as a captain and he won 33 games.
So let’s wait for the upcoming exciting games of Chennai Super Kings and let’s see Sanju Samson in yellow Jersey. Share your excitement and thoughts about the arrival of Sanju Samsung in Chennai Super Kings in the comments section below.
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