Sanju Samson Eager to Play Under MS Dhoni's Leadership at CSK

Samson's Excitement for CSK

Sanju Samson, the wicketkeeper-batter from India, has shared his enthusiasm about playing under the captaincy of MS Dhoni for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the upcoming 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. After being traded from the Rajasthan Royals (RR) for a sum of Rs 18 Crore, Samson is set to don the CSK colors.

In a recent video released by CSK on their YouTube channel, he expressed his eagerness to play under Dhoni, describing him as a calm and composed leader. Samson stated, "I want to play with him as a captain. I want to support him in any way he needs. I feel a connection with him because of his calm and easy-going nature."

Praise for CSK's Dressing Room

Samson highlighted the positive feedback he has received regarding the CSK dressing room, noting that both domestic and international players regard it as one of the finest in the IPL. He remarked, "I've heard from every Indian and domestic cricketer, as well as international players, that the CSK dressing room is exceptional. There are so many great things said about it."

Admiration for a Successful Franchise

Expressing his admiration for CSK, Samson referred to it as one of the most successful franchises in IPL history, boasting a remarkable legacy of victories. He mentioned his excitement about joining the team over the past five months and feels privileged to wear the iconic yellow jersey. "From my first day in the IPL, CSK has been one of the biggest franchises I've faced. Their championship legacy is evident every time we played against them," he added.

"The last five months have been thrilling for me. I have been looking forward to this moment, and I feel fortunate to be part of CSK," Samson concluded.