Archive · 1 Jul 2025
CSK Considers Trade for Sanju Samson as Dhoni's Replacement
The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) cricket team is looking at getting Sanju Samson from Rajasthan Royals (RR).
This is because MS Dhoni, CSK's current player, might retire soon, and they need a new wicketkeeper.
Other teams are also interested in Samson.
Teams can trade players until a week before the 2026 auction.
It is not certain if the deal will happen.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) is considering acquiring Sanju Samson from Rajasthan Royals.
CSK is looking for a wicketkeeper-batter due to MS Dhoni's possible retirement.
Multiple franchises have approached Rajasthan Royals (RR) regarding potential player trades.
The trading window opened on June 10, and will remain open until a week before the 2026 auction.
Rajasthan Royals may consider trading Sanju Samson, who has been with the team for 12 years.
- Who
- Chennai Super Kings, Sanju Samson, Rajasthan Royals, MS Dhoni.
- What
- Chennai Super Kings (CSK) is considering acquiring Sanju Samson.
- When
- Before the 2026 IPL season.
- Where
- Indian Premier League (IPL).
- Why
- CSK needs a wicketkeeper-batter due to MS Dhoni's expected retirement.
CSK's Perspective
Rajasthan Royals' Perspective
Player Acquisition
CSK's Perspective
CSK is interested in Samson to fill a wicketkeeper-batter role.
Rajasthan Royals' Perspective
Rajasthan Royals may not want to trade their captain.
- Team Interested
- Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
- Player of Interest
- Sanju Samson
- Current Team of Samson
- Rajasthan Royals (RR)
- Dhoni's Future
- Likely retiring
- Trading Window
- Open
- IPL Season
- 2026
Sources
'We are interested': CSK want Sanju Samson to replace MS Dhoni as wicketkeeper ahead of IPL 2026
MS Dhoni to Retire Before IPL 2026? CSK Official Claims Franchise is Interested in Sanju Samson
Are Royals planning to trade off skipper Samson?
Chennai Super Kings Open To Welcome Sanju Samson, No Formal Communication Yet: Report
