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Sanju Samson, Aakash Chopra and CSK

Not CSK, Aakash Chopra identifies KKR 'most desperate team' to rope Sanju Samson, explains why
Aakash Chopra believes that the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) — three-time IPL champions — could be the most eager to reunite with Sanju Samson.
'Should Be The Most Desperate Team': Not CSK, Aakash Chopra Feels This Team Will Go All Out To Get Sanju Samson In IPL 2026 Auctions
F ormer India opener Aakash Chopra has opined that Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) might be the most desperate to acquire Sanju Samson if Rajasthan Royals (RR) release him before the IPL 2026 auction. He pointed out that KKR need an Indian wicketkeeper-batter and a potential captain, and could release Venkatesh Iyer to create enough budget space.
"Ashwin has played there earlier too" - Aakash Chopra on Sanju Samson potentially moving to CSK if released by RR
Former India player Aakash Chopra has opined that the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) might be one of the franchises keen to acquire Sanju Samson if the Rajasthan Royals (RR) release their skipper.
IPL 2026: 'KKR can release Venkatesh Iyer to sign Sanju Samson' - Aakash Chopra
"The first name that comes to my mind is not CSK. KKR should be the most desperate team. KKR don't have an Indian wicketkeeper-batter, and that just ties their hands behind their back," said Chopra.
Unhappy Sanju Samson shocks Rajasthan Royals, wants to be released from the franchise ahead of IPL 2026 auction as CSK tipped as suitor
Sanju Samson doesn't want to stay any longer in Rajasthan Royals as reports suggest that he has asked the franchise for official release
"They have a player they can release" - Aakash Chopra on KKR's potential interest in acquiring Sanju Samson if released by RR
Former India player Aakash Chopra has opined that the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) might be the most desperate to acquire Sanju Samson if the Rajasthan Royals (RR) skipper is released by his franchise.
IPL 2026: 'CSK can release Ravichandran Ashwin to pursue Sanju Samson' - Aakash Chopra
"The second team that comes to my mind is CSK. Chennai will be keen. Chennai have to now look beyond MS Dhoni," said Chopra
Sanju Samson to leave Rajasthan Royals after giving a trade request to franchise
Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson is all set to leave the franchise after giving a trade request ahead of the IPL 2026 season. Samson, who has been leading the franchise since 2021, wants to play for a different team next year.
Sanju Samson Requests Release from Rajasthan Royals Before IPL 2026 Mini Auction
Sanju Samson wants out of Rajasthan Royals before IPL 2026 mini auction. CSK eyes him, but RR hasn't agreed to a trade yet.
Sanju Samson wants out as Rajasthan Royals rift deepens, CSK show interest for IPL 2026 but talks hit stalemate: Report
Sanju Samson reportedly asked Rajasthan Royals for a release or trade after his rift with the IPL franchise deepened ahead of IPL 2026.
KKR Should Be The Most Desperate Team: Aakash Chopra On Samson's Potential Exit From Rajasthan Royals
Sanju Samson's long-standing association with the Rajasthan Royals could be nearing its end. After a mixed 2025 IPL season, r ...
Sanju Samson IPL trade: Aakash Chopra determines the ‘most desperate’ team that could rope in Rajasthan Royals captain
While Sanju Samson has been linked with a switch to the Chennai Super Kings in this period, former India opener Aakash Chopra ...
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Bumrah - In? Jadeja’s Worrying Numbers & Samson To CSK?
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ENG vs IND: Washington Sundar snubbed from Aakash Chopra's combined XI
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'It was just his first series; he will learn' - Aakash Chopra on Shubman Gill’s comparisons with Virat Kohli as captain
There were frequent comparisons made between Gill and past Indian captains throughout the recent England series.
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Aakash Chopra recently revealed that Team India were afraid to sledge West Indies' batting legend Brian Lara. He disclosed ...
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“He needs to be celebrated”: Aakash Chopra on Mohammed Siraj’s effort in Oval Test
Aakash Chopra has commended Mohammed Siraj for his standout performance during the fifth Test against England. He compared Siraj with James Anderson and Mohammad Shami. Siraj finished with remarkable ...