Should CSK trade Ravindra Jadeja for Sanju Samson? Grave mistake, says ex-player

With the IPL 2026 Auction fast approaching, rumours are buzzing about a potential blockbuster trade between two former champions. Reports suggest that Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals are exploring a swap that could see Ravindra Jadeja return to the Royals and Sanju Samson don the iconic yellow of CSK for the first time. The two teams had a forgettable last season, with Chennai finishing last, while the Royals were just above them, as they both are desperate to put themselves back on track for the next year.

CSK told not to trade ‘icon’ Ravindra Jadeja for RR's Sanju Samson.(ANI and IPL)

Samson holds the record as RR’s all-time leading run-scorer, amassing 4,219 runs in 150 innings, a tally built on consistent performances across multiple IPL seasons. However, reports suggest that the wicketkeeper-batter has requested a transfer, prompting RR to explore a deal with CSK. According to a recent Cricbuzz update, CSK are open to swapping Jadeja for Samson, but Rajasthan are pushing to include an additional player in the trade package.

The report revealed that Rajasthan’s target for the additional player is South African prodigy Dewald Brevis, who joined the Chennai Super Kings camp midway through last season. Earlier this year, Brevis made headlines after fetching a record-breaking bid from Pretoria Capitals at the SA20 auction in September.