Overview
- Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals have re‑established contact over a potential trade for Sanju Samson, according to multiple reports citing Cricbuzz.
- A Ravindra Jadeja‑for‑Samson framework is being discussed, but RR are said to want an additional player, identified in reports as Dewald Brevis.
- CSK have refused to include Brevis and have also rejected RR’s request to trade Shivam Dube, who remains a long‑term priority.
- RR lead owner Manoj Badale is personally engaging several teams, with CSK, Delhi Capitals, Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants among those contacted.
- CSK posted a lighthearted video urging fans to await official announcements, while CEO Kasi Viswanathan confirmed MS Dhoni will play in 2026 and internal retention decisions are due by November 15.