The IPL 2026 season may see a shocking player trade as Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) find themselves in the spotlight. A cryptic post from Dilshan Pathirana’s manager has sparked huge speculation online about a possible blockbuster exchange between the two teams.
Reports suggest that Rajasthan Royals might trade their captain Sanju Samson to CSK in exchange for Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran. Both franchises are believed to be exploring their options to strengthen their squads ahead of the upcoming IPL mega auction.
Sanju Samson has been a consistent performer and the face of RR for several years, while Jadeja and Curran are core members of the CSK setup. If this deal goes through, it could completely reshape the balance and strategies of both teams for IPL 2026.
Pathirana's Manager's Instagram Story, what actually CSK and RR are Cooking pic.twitter.com/ih2tYASHXP
— Jayprakash MSDian™ (@ms_dhoni_077) November 9, 2025
According to sources, no final decision has been made yet. The trade would require the players’ approval and clearance from the IPL Governing Council before it can be officially announced. Both CSK and RR have remained silent on the matter.
🚨 THE SANJU SAMSON TRADE SAGA. 🚨
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) November 9, 2025
– Samson for Stubbs trade cancelled when RR asked for Rizvi with Stubbs.
– Dube and Brevis trade talks rejected by CSK.
– Jadeja with either Curran or Pathirana on cards now. (TOI). pic.twitter.com/qHFl9Vcafs
With the next IPL season approaching, fans are eagerly waiting to see if this mega trade actually happens. If confirmed, it could become one of the biggest and boldest player moves in IPL history.