Archive · 1 Nov 2025
Sanju Samson Reportedly Set for Delhi Capitals Return in IPL Trade
Sanju Samson, a popular cricket player, might be switching teams in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
He is rumored to be moving from the Rajasthan Royals to the Delhi Capitals.
As part of this trade, another player named Tristan Stubbs may join the Rajasthan Royals.
There were also discussions about trading other players like KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja, but those talks didn't finalize.
This move is happening as the teams prepare for the next IPL season.
Sanju Samson is reportedly set to be traded to the Delhi Capitals.
Tristan Stubbs is likely to be traded to the Rajasthan Royals as part of the deal.
Samson has reportedly indicated his desire to leave the Rajasthan Royals.
Previous trade discussions also involved KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja, but did not materialize.
The trade is progressing with about a month remaining until the IPL 2026 mini-auction.
- Who
- Sanju Samson
- What
- Reportedly to be traded from Rajasthan Royals to Delhi Capitals.
- When
- Ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction (approx. one month away as of November 1, 2025).
- Where
- Indian Premier League (IPL).
- Why
- Sanju Samson has reportedly expressed a desire to leave the Rajasthan Royals.
Rajasthan Royals' Position
Delhi Capitals' Position
Player Acquisition
Rajasthan Royals' Position
Open to acquiring Tristan Stubbs, but also sought an additional uncapped player in the trade for Sanju Samson.
Delhi Capitals' Position
Eager to acquire Sanju Samson, but reluctant to part with core cricketers like KL Rahul, and declined to include an additional uncapped player in the Stubbs-Samson deal.
Involvement of Other Players
Rajasthan Royals' Position
Explored a trade proposal involving Ravindra Jadeja with Chennai Super Kings for Sanju Samson, which did not proceed.
Delhi Capitals' Position
Unwilling to release KL Rahul for trade discussions.
- Player
- Sanju Samson
- Current Team
- Rajasthan Royals
- Potential New Team
- Delhi Capitals
- Potential Trade
- Sanju Samson to Delhi Capitals, Tristan Stubbs to Rajasthan Royals
- Reason for Trade
- Samson reportedly seeking release from Rajasthan Royals
- Trade Discussions
- Talks also involved KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja in separate proposals
Sources
IPL 2026: Where is Sanju Samson headed to?
Krishnamachari Srikkanth on Sanju Samson’s shuffling batting number: ‘He bats at 5 one game then suddenly at 4, 6, 7 or 8…spoiling that boy’s confidence’
Not CSK! Sanju Samson Likely To Join THIS Team Via Trade Before IPL 2026: Report