Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have officially confirmed the arrival of Sanju Samson from Rajasthan Royals (RR) as they prepare for the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) auctions. In a headline signing on the deadline day, CSK announced the arrival of Samson in a deal that saw Ravindra Jadeja return to Rajasthan Royals after 16 years. The signing brought an end to the long saga surrounding the trade of both Samson and Jadeja, who had been in the headlines for a long time.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">SANJU SAMSON IS YELLOVE. 💛 Anbuden welcome, Chetta!🦁 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WhistlePodu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WhistlePodu</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Yellove?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Yellove</a> 🦁💛 <a href="https://t.co/uLUfxIsZiU">pic.twitter.com/uLUfxIsZiU</a>&mdash; Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChennaiIPL/status/1989556034512589138?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Samson to CSK done deal</h2>It is reported that CSK traded in Samson for a reported fee of Rs 18 crores ($2 million) on the deadline despite rumours of the transfer speculating since October last week. As part of the deal, Sam Curran and Jadeja were traded to the Rajasthan Royals, with the former valued at Rs 15 crores ($1.69 million) by CSK. The transfer means CSK will have a wicketkeeper option as well as a future captain in their ranks, with Samson coming with tons of experience.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Across 11 seasons with RR, Samson scored 4,027 runs and led them to the final of IPL 2025. The Kerala batter scored a career-best 531 runs in 2024. His request for a release after IPL 2025 made a move inevitable, and CSK, still searching for clarity, emerged as the natural landing spot.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;It will be interesting to see how Samson adapts to CSK culture, with reports stating that he will replace Dhoni in the Playing XI during IPL 2026. His ability to keep wickets and availability for a longer time also mean that he could be used as a future skipper.<h2>Other deals on the day</h2>Mohammed Shami (Sunrisers Hyderabad) to Lucknow Super GiantsArjun Tendulkar (MI) to Lucknow Super GiantsNitish Rana (RR) to Delhi CapitalsDonovan Ferreira (DC) to Rajasthan Royals

In a headline signing on the deadline day, CSK announced the arrival of Sanju Samson in a deal that saw Ravindra Jadeja return to Rajasthan Royals after 16 years.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have officially confirmed the arrival of Sanju Samson from Rajasthan Royals (RR) as they prepare for the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) auctions. In a headline signing on the deadline day, CSK announced the arrival of Samson in a deal that saw Ravindra Jadeja return to Rajasthan Royals after 16 years. The signing brought an end to the long saga surrounding the trade of both Samson and Jadeja, who had been in the headlines for a long time.

In a headline signing on the deadline day, CSK announced the arrival of Sanju Samson in a deal that saw Ravindra Jadeja return to Rajasthan Royals after 16 years.

IPL 2026: CSK confirm Sanju Samson arrival on retention deadline day, Ravindra Jadeja joins RR in return

The ace Indian all-rounder, Ravindra Jadeja, has suddenly disappeared from Instagram, sparking rumours that he might leave the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) before the IPL (Indian Premier League) retention deadline. Reports have suggested that CSK may trade Jadeja for Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain Sanju Samson, and both teams have already discussed the possibility. According to IPL rules, such type of trade can only happen if both the players agree on a deal.&nbsp;&nbsp;Fans on Monday (Nov 10) noticed that Jadeja’s Instagram account is no longer active, and it’s unclear whether he has deactivated it himself or if it has been hacked.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-raina-wants-csk-to-retain-jadeja-but-release-these-three-players-1762763574233">IPL 2026: Raina wants CSK to retain Jadeja but release THESE three players</a>&nbsp;A CSK official told PTI that the team is interested to bring in Sanju Samson and the decision now rests with the Rajasthan Royals.&nbsp;“Everyone knows we are interested in getting Sanju. We have expressed our interest of procuring him in this trading window. RR is yet to confirm as their management said they are weighing the options. We are hopeful Sanju will play for CSK".&nbsp;Ravindra Jadeja has been a key player for CSK since joining in 2012. He has played a major role in CSK’s success and also helped them to win multiple IPL titles. In November 2024, Jadeja was retained for INR 18 crore by CSK.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-is-ravindra-jadeja-set-to-join-rajasthan-royals-in-a-swap-deal-for-sanju-samson-here-s-the-truth-1762710840148">IPL 2026: Is Ravindra Jadeja set to join Rajasthan Royals in a swap deal for Sanju Samson? Here's the truth</a>&nbsp;Overall in IPL, Jadeja has represented four teams (CSK, RR, Gujarat Lions, Kochi Tuskers) and scored 3,260 runs &nbsp;in 254 matches at an average of &nbsp;27.86. With ball, Jadeja has picked up 170 wickets in the same no. of matches at a bowling average of 30.51.

Fans on Monday (Nov 10) noticed that Jadeja’s Instagram account is no longer active, and it’s unclear whether he has deactivated it himself or if it has been hacked. 

The ace Indian all-rounder, Ravindra Jadeja, has suddenly disappeared from Instagram, sparking rumours that he might leave the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) before the IPL (Indian Premier League) retention deadline. Reports have suggested that CSK may trade Jadeja for Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain Sanju Samson, and both teams have already discussed the possibility. According to IPL rules, such type of trade can only happen if both the players agree on a deal. Fans on Monday (Nov 10) noticed that Jadeja’s Instagram account is no longer active, and it’s unclear whether he has deactivated it himself or if it has been hacked. Also Read - IPL 2026: Raina wants CSK to retain Jadeja but release THESE three players A CSK official told PTI that the team is interested to bring in Sanju Samson and the decision now rests with the Rajasthan Royals. “Everyone knows we are interested in getting Sanju. We have expressed our interest of procuring him in this trading window. RR is yet to confirm as their management said they are weighing the options. We are hopeful Sanju will play for CSK". Ravindra Jadeja has been a key player for CSK since joining in 2012. He has played a major role in CSK’s success and also helped them to win multiple IPL titles. In November 2024, Jadeja was retained for INR 18 crore by CSK. Also Read - IPL 2026: Is Ravindra Jadeja set to join Rajasthan Royals in a swap deal for Sanju Samson? Here's the truth Overall in IPL, Jadeja has represented four teams (CSK, RR, Gujarat Lions, Kochi Tuskers) and scored 3,260 runs in 254 matches at an average of 27.86. With ball, Jadeja has picked up 170 wickets in the same no. of matches at a bowling average of 30.51.

Fans on Monday (Nov 10) noticed that Jadeja’s Instagram account is no longer active, and it’s unclear whether he has deactivated it himself or if it has been hacked.&nbsp;

Ravindra Jadeja deactivates Instagram account amid CSK-RR IPL trade deal

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IPL 2026: CSK confirm Sanju Samson arrival on retention deadline day, Ravindra Jadeja joins RR in return

Ravindra Jadeja deactivates Instagram account amid CSK-RR IPL trade deal