Sanju Samson's respect-first approach for CSK legend ends with a stunning twist - WATCH
Sanju Samson transitions to Chennai Super Kings for IPL 2026. He recently played a key role in India's T20 World Cup 2026 victory. Samson shared a memorable moment with MS Dhoni and Muttiah Muralitharan during a CSK event.
India won their third T20 World Cup title. CSK begins their IPL 2026 season against Rajasthan Royals.
NEW DELHI: Sanju Samson enjoyed a stellar ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, playing a key role in India’s title triumph. After an impressive campaign, the wicketkeeper-batter now shifts focus to a new challenge — the IPL — and that too with a new team, Chennai Super Kings. Having represented Rajasthan Royals for over a decade, Samson will don CSK colours in IPL 2026 after being traded last year.
The right-hander will also share the dressing room with legendary MS Dhoni. Recently, during an exhibition match between CSK veterans and current players, Samson faced off against spin great Muttiah Muralitharan — a moment that fans found both special and emotional. With Samson at the crease, Dhoni behind the stumps, and Muralitharan bowling, the atmosphere grew electric with every delivery.
Samson defended the first ball from Muralitharan, and then blocked the second as well. On the third delivery, he stepped down the track looking for a big hit but missed it completely, with Dhoni collecting the ball and nearly effecting a stumping. The near-dismissal was followed by a shared laugh between Samson and Dhoni, delighting the crowd.