New Delhi: India’s T20 World Cup heroes Sanju Samson has opened up on his much-discussed exit from Rajasthan Royalsrevealing that the decision came from a simple realization – his journey with the franchise had run its course.Now preparing for a new chapter with him. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in coming time Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, Samson made it clear that emotions will not take away his focus when he takes the field against his former team.Go beyond limits with our YouTube channel. Subscribe now!Samson said, “This is the first time I will play against Rajasthan Royals, but I don’t let emotions rule the field. I left Rajasthan Royals because I felt my time in the team is over. Even if we face them now, I will play my best cricket.”
The much-anticipated clash will come soon, with CSK facing the Royals in their opening game of the season in Guwahati. While Samson admitted that the occasion would feel “extraordinary”, he struck a balanced tone about the emotional side of the reunion.“I don’t think much about emotions on the ground because the situation dictates the game. But there will definitely be emotions before and after the match, because there are players and support staff with whom I have shared a long association,” he added.
Samson eyes fresh start with CSK
There has been significant buzz ahead of Samson’s move to CSK, not least because of the chance to share the dressing room with him. MS Dhoni. The Kerala batsman revealed that he has already spoken to the CSK legend and is eager to learn from him.“I am very excited to be a part of CSK. I have spoken to Dhoni before and always got positive vibes. Spending almost two months with him will be a great opportunity to observe and learn,” he said.Samson also fondly remembers the support he got from the Chennai fans during the T20 World Cup. “I was surprised by the support from the Chennai crowd. Maybe they see me as one of them. I don’t want to let them down and will do my best for CSK,” he said.Fresh off an impressive World Cup campaign, Samson now turns his attention to IPL 2026, determined to make a strong impact in yellow.
