Samson had reportedly shown interest in leaving the Royals ahead of the 2026 auction, with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) emerging as a possible destination. Rahul Dravid’s second stint with the Royals ended abruptly after just one season in 2025. There is still uncertainty around Samson’s future as captain.
Sanju Samson’s ties with the Royals have weakened after he reportedly requested a release following IPL 2025. The wicketkeeper-batsman was approached by the Chennai Super Kings for a potential trade.
Rajasthan Royals Face Big Call on Sanju Samson’s Future
Sanju Samson has been with the Rajasthan Royals since 2013. He was appointed captain in 2021 and led the team to the final the following year. The batter was retained for ₹18 crore at the 2025 mega auction.
Samson struggled with injuries in 2025, missing five matches and starting several others as an Impact Sub. Riyan Parag stepped in as captain during his absence, but the Royals endured a poor season, finishing ninth with only four wins.
Riyan Parag or Yashasvi Jaiswal Set to Take Over from Sanju Samson
The report added that Sanju Samson is unlikely to continue as captain even if he stays with the franchise. There are differing opinions within the camp regarding the skipper’s successor.
"There’s a school of thought that even if Samson stays put with the franchise, he might not continue as captain, for some bridges have been burned. Within the Royals set-up, Parag has his backers to take over the reins," the report read.
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