Sanju Samson vs Rajasthan Royals! Huge internal conflict at franchise over 3 controversial decisions
Published - 26 Apr 2025, 04:23 PM | Updated - 26 Apr 2025, 05:55 PM
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Rajasthan Royals (RR) skipper Sanju Samson is unhappy with the team management over some of the decisions that they made ahead of the auction. As per a report published in MyKhel, it is learned that the keeper-batter has raised serious questions about the team's strategic direction.
The reports claimed that one of the major things that Sanju Samson is unhappy with is letting go of Jos Buttler. The franchise didn't retain the keeper-batter, who was their mainstay for the last few seasons. It's fair to say that it was because of him that the franchise was successful in the last few years.
The decision not to retain Jos Buttler didn't sit well with Sanju Samson
The decision not to retain Jos Buttler didn't sit well with Samson. The England batter is part of the Gujarat Titans this year, and he has been doing a magnificent job for the team. It's fair to say that he is one of the reasons why the Shubman Gill-led are at the top of the points table in the IPL 2025.
Sanju Samson has also expressed his dissatisfaction over the non-retention of Trent Boult for the IPL 2025. The Rajasthan Royals skipper used to get a lot of breathing room to rotate his bowlers effectively. The left-arm pacer was exceptional for the franchise in the powerplay and also was decent at the death.
Trent Boult is currently part of the Mumbai Indians setup in the IPL 2025. The pacer has been doing a decent job for the Hardik Pandya-led side. The fast bowler has been proving his worth both with the new ball as well as the old ball, helping the team win games.
Sanju Samson fumed over the lack of foreign signings
Another thing that has left Samson fuming is the lack of foreign signings. The reports claimed that despite suggestions from within the team, including strong inputs from Jofra Archer, to bring in versatile players, the management has shown a worrying lack of adaptability
The reports also added that things are not right between Sanju Samson and Rahul Dravid as well. Although there is no open conflict, the underlying tension between differing philosophies could be contributing to the unease within the camp. This is all because of the poor time the team is having.
Rajasthan Royals are reeling at the bottom half of the table
Rajasthan Royals are reeling at the bottom half of the table. It's fair to say that they are having one of their worst seasons in the league as they have struggled to get going with the bat and ball. The Sanju Samson-led side are placed 9th on the points table, which speaks to the kind of season they are having.
The winners of the IPL 2008 have won just two games in the 9 matches that they have played and have faced 7 defeats. Things now look very bleak for them as to qualify for the playoffs, they need to win all their remaining 5 games, and even after that, they won't be guaranteed a place in the playoffs.
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