Chennai, Nov 9th 2025. The IPL market is getting hotter! Just imagine Sanju Samson creating waves in the yellow uniform of Chennai Super Kings or Ravindra Jadeja coming back to action in Rajasthan Royals’ pink. It’s not a rumor but there are reports published in leading sites like ESPNcricinfo indicating that there’s something like a mega trade anticipated.
Talks between CSK and RR are heating up. Now, if this trade-off gets finalized, this might become the largest trade-off meeting in IPL history. Now, let’s learn everything about this drama without an hitch.
Welcome Sanju to CSK. Ready to take over after Dhoni?
Sanju Samson, ex-RR skipper, could now go to CSK. Why? Because after MS Dhoni’s retirement, there’s a need for a player in CSK who not only knows how to bat but can also keep wickets and lead the team. Samson fits perfectly into that category.
In the previous season, he scored 285 runs in the IPL, with a strike rate of around 140.
He is a calm player who can score runs in pressure situations. The CEO of CSK, Kasi Viswanathan, has himself confirmed that his team is considering a player like Sanju. This transaction will make Sanju another favorite star player for Chennai fans. Just imagine watching Sanju playing alongside MS Dhoni in his farewell season. It would be super awesome!
Jadeja & Sam Curran to RR: The Pink Army to benefit greatly
Now coming to RR. They are very eager to release Sanju but demand two major players in return. These are Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran. Jadeja was a hero in RR’s first IPL season. That was in 2008. Will Jadeja come back after 16 years? That’s like a script for a movie.
Jadeja is RR’s best all-rounder. He has played 254 matches in IPL gettiing 3260 runs with 170 wickets. Jadeja is magical in fielding. With Curran’s inclusion, RR’s batting and bowling will improve. According to a report presented in a column in Cricbuzz, both teams have spoken to the players. In fact, CSK has consulted Jadeja. But there was another demand made. Brevis Dewald was to be included.
CSK did not agree to trade Brevis’ contract because Brevis is part of their plans. But now, this trade can certainly happen in a salary range of just ₹18 crores. Just the approval of players and IPL Governing Council approval are pending.
Rebuilding CSK after IPL 2025 disaster. Why does there need to be a trade?
IPL 2025 was a nightmare for CSK. The team which won IPL five times finished last in the points table. Injury to Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway’s disastrous season, and poor performances from the entire team—CSK’s condition due to these reasons has gone to pieces. Now, a new beginning after MS Dhoni’s retirement seems to be planned. With Sanju’s coming to Chennai Super Kings, its middle-order problems are solved.
It’s great for RR too. They are receiving Jadeja. He’s both a finisher and a spinner. But not so happy are those who are fans. “CSK fans are in shock. Look at Twitter. ‘#JadejaStay’ is trending. One X user wrote:
“Jadeja Bhai is the lifeblood of CSK. Don’t let him go!”
Also not happy are the RR fans. “Sanju sayonara! Jadeja welcome back!
Fans’ Opinion – Is this deal correct or incorrect? What are experts’ opinions?
Former cricketer Priyanka Panchal added,
“Selling Jadeja would be an emotive decision for CSK. Jadeja is considered to be the soul of CSK.”
But there are some experts who think that this decision is quite sensible. With a young leader like ‘Sanju’ in CSK, a win is possible. The coach of ‘RR’ has also hinted that he needs a ‘balanced team.’
A debate has arisen on X (former Twitter).
“This will be the biggest trade in the IPL. It’s become a money game!”
In fact, fans are divided between happy and sad. One thing’s for sure though—it’s going to be a blast to experience IPL 2026!
But what’s next? The deadline to retain is near. A decision will soon be made.
“The list for retention needs to be submitted by November 15th, and there’s an auction on December 15th. But in case of this trade, we need to submit it to the IPL Governing Council on November 26th. Nothing has been confirmed yet. But the wind has started blowing,”
A CSK official quoted:
“Nothing has been confirmed yet. Wait and see.”
Now, what are your thoughts? Will Jadeja spark for RR or remain with CSK? Share your thoughts with us in comments. Such suspense in IPL matches gives our hearts so much thrill, right?
