Rahul Dravid finally breaks silence on rift with Sanju Samson at Rajasthan Royals

Rajasthan Royals head coach Rahul Dravid has dismissed all the talks of any rift within the camp in the ongoing IPL 2025. Putting an end to the speculation, Rahul Dravid confirmed that he and skipper Sanju Samson are on the same page, calling the rumors ‘baseless.’

Dravid broke his silence after the growing chatter about possible tension within the Rajasthan Royals in the ongoing IPL 2025 season. Actually, Samson’s gesture during the Super Over between RR and Delhi Capitals sparked the rumors of possible discord between the captain and coach.

Rahul Dravid shuts down rift rumors with Sanju Samson

As the Super Over was going on, the Royals players gathered around Dravid, who was talking with the players in the dugout. Samson was also there, but he suddenly started walking away with a dejected face. And when one of his teammates asked the captain what happened, as can be said by reading the expression on his face, Samson straightly said “no” to him.

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The Rajasthan Royals captain signaled that he was not interested in listening to the head coach’s speech, as he stood a little far away. After the clip went viral, many speculated that Samson is not happy with Dravid and everything is not well between the coach and captain.

Look at Sanju Samson's reaction — it seems like he's not happy with Rahul Dravid, who is running the team according to his own wishes. pic.twitter.com/HdQeFl3NhM

— Registanroyals (@registanroyals) April 18, 2025

However, the RR head coach made it crystal clear that there’s no misunderstanding or conflict, and they are focused on their campaign as a unit. Ahead of RR’s IPL 2025 match against Lucknow Super Giants on April 19 in Jaipur, Rahul Dravid was quoted as saying by Sportstar, “Sanju and I are on the same page.”

Rahul Dravid rubbishes 'rift' rumours in the Rajasthan Royals team, says, "Sanju and I are on the plane page."
He also refers to such reports as 'baseless'. @sportstarweb

— Shayan Acharya (@ShayanAcharya) April 18, 2025

Rajasthan Royals eager to end losing streak against Lucknow Super Giants

Meanwhile, Rajasthan Royals find themselves in a tough spot as they are gearing up to face Lucknow Super Giants in their next IPL 2025 clash on Saturday, April 19, in Jaipur. With only two wins in seven matches, the RR are standing in eighth place in the points table, and they are coming off a heartbreaking Super Over loss to the Delhi Capitals in their previous game.

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RR’s season has been marked by constant ups and downs, both with the bat and ball. The batting order, mostly relying on Indian players, hasn’t clicked together, putting extra pressure on the middle order. Yashasvi Jaiswal has shown some promise with back-to-back fifties.

Sanju Samson’s fitness is a concern after he picked up a side strain in the last game. The Royals will be hoping he returns to lead from the front against the LSG in Jaipur. On the other hand, Riyan Parag and Dhruv Jurel haven’t made much impact, and their form will be key if the RR aim to post or chase big totals.

RR's bowling attack looks weak in the IPL 2025

However, Nitish Rana has shown signs of form recently, and he will be another crucial player for them against the LSG. In the bowling department, Jofra Archer is slowly getting into rhythm, but the rest of the attack has struggled to keep things tight.

Sandeep Sharma has been the only consistent performer, while others need to step up if RR wants to break their three-match losing streak.