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IPL trade rumors got a dose of humor recently, thanks to former Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin. During a lighthearted conversation with Sanju Samson on an episode of 'Kutti Stories with Ash', Ashwin turned the serious buzz into pure entertainment. This was especially timely, given that Samson's future with the Rajasthan Royals has been a hot topic in the cricket world.
Sanju Samson reacts to CSK rumours on being teased by R Ashwin
Reports from Cricbuzz suggest that Sanju Samson is unhappy with the Rajasthan Royals' management and has requested a trade or release before the 2026 IPL season. Simultaneously, there's speculation that Ashwin might also be moving on, potentially leaving the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and stepping down from his role at the CSK Academy. Amid these rumors, Chennai Super Kings have reportedly shown interest in signing Samson but are hesitant to part with their key players to acquire the Rajasthan Royals captain.
Rather than dwelling on the serious trade talk, Ashwin embraced the ongoing speculation in a playful way. With a witty comment, he joked about a potential 'swap', suggesting he would move to Samson's home state of Kerala while Samson would head over to Chennai. This lighthearted moment instantly grabbed attention, adding a humorous twist to the whirlwind of rumors surrounding both players' IPL futures.
“I have a lot of questions to ask. But before that, I thought I'd come directly and trade myself. I am happy to stay back in Kerala. There are a lot of rumors going on. Neither do I know of anything. So, I thought I'd reach out to you and ask you. If I can stay back in Kerala and you can travel back to Chennai,” Ravichandran Ashwin was heard saying in the teaser.
Ashwin's witty remark about a potential trade left Sanju Samson in stitches. Samson was seen covering his face to contain his laughter, and the playful moment quickly went viral across social media. This humorous exchange immediately grabbed attention, especially with the ongoing speculation about their IPL futures. The joke had fans wondering if there was a grain of truth hidden in the humor, further fueling the rumors about their possible move to the Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
Ashwin and Samson were teammates at the Rajasthan Royals until IPL 2024. Ashwin then made a high-profile return to his former team, the Chennai Super Kings, in the 2025 auction for Rs 9.75 crore. Beyond his role as a bowler, he also took on the position of Director of Operations at the CSK Academy. However, recent reports suggest he might be stepping down from this post. Meanwhile, Sanju Samson has been a cornerstone of the Royals' squad for years, with the exception of the 2016 and 2017 seasons. He was retained by the team before the 2025 season and his current deal runs through 2027. With trade rumors swirling, fans are eagerly waiting to see how his situation develops before the IPL 2026 auction later this year.
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