CSK to trade these two players for RR's Sanju Samson
What's the story
In a major development in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Rajasthan Royals (RR) are set to trade their star wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson to Chennai Super Kings (CSK). The proposed deal would see all-rounders Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran head the other way, as per ESPNcricinfo. Both franchises have reportedly spoken with the players involved but have not confirmed the move yet.
Formalities
What is the process of player trade?
Before finalizing the trade, both RR and CSK have to send an expression of interest to the IPL governing council. This document will name the three players involved in the proposed deal. According to trading rules, once written consent from these players is received, further discussions can be held for a final agreement. This agreement would also be ratified by the governing council.
Career trajectory
RR's leading run-scorer
Samson has been with RR for 11 seasons, having indicated after IPL 2025 that he was looking for a change and wanted to be released by the franchise. He is RR's leading run-scorer with 4,027 runs, the joint-most 50-plus scores (25), the joint-highest score (124), and the most catches taken (149). In IPL 2024, he scored 531 runs at an average of 48.27.
Player profile
CSK stalwart Jadeja
Jadeja has been with CSK since 2012, except for two seasons when the franchise was suspended. He was retained by CSK ahead of the 2025 mega auction for ₹18 crore. A key player in three of CSK's five title wins, Jadeja played a crucial role in their 2023 final victory against Gujarat Titans. He finished IPL 2025 with 301 runs, including two fifties.
Career highlights
All-rounder Curran has played for 3 franchises
Curran started his IPL career with Punjab Kings in 2019 and returned to them in 2023 after becoming the league's most expensive player at ₹18.5 crore. He has also played for CSK in 2020 and 2021. In the recently concluded IPL season, Curran scored 114 runs and took one wicket in five matches for CSK.