Ravi Ashwin teases Sanju Samson amid rumours of a CSK move for IPL 2026

In the middle of circulating IPL trade whispers, former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin, who is renowned for both his deadpan comedy and his keen cricketing intellect, offered a well-timed zinger. The veteran off-spinner focused on Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson in the most recent teaser for 'Kutti Stories with Ash', asking him, half-jokingly and half-curiously, if a switch to the Chennai Super Kings would be imminent.

Will the Rajasthan Royals lose Sanju Samson? Is Ravichandran Ashwin's tenure with the Chennai Super Kings coming to an end? These are the two main queries that are being discussed right now. When the two cricket players got together for a podcast amid the accusations, Ashwin was heard making fun of Samson for "lot of rumours."

Samson has reportedly asked for a trade or release since he is dissatisfied with the RR administration, according to Cricbuzz. According to a different story, Ashwin and the Chennai Super Kings may split up, with the veteran possibly leaving his position as Director of Operations at the CSK Academy.

Ashwin cheekily offered to "trade himself" if Samson would "travel back to Chennai," teasing the cricket fans and igniting hopes among the ardent CSK fandom amid circulating rumours of Samson's possible transfer from the Rajasthan Royals (RR) to Chennai Super Kings (CSK). The IPL community was buzzing after Samson's fervent laughter in response, which only served to fan the flames.

Samson burst out laughing at the line. In a last-ditch effort to stop the laughs, he had to conceal his face. Fans saw the multi-layered possibilities behind the joke. The video feels more than just jokes because there are rumours that Ashwin may leave his dual role at Chennai Super Kings, and that Samson is dissatisfied with the Royals' administration and has asked for a transfer or release.

Stay updated with the latest cricket news, match insights, and exclusive updates at BetBarter and download the BetBarter app to start betting today!