IPL 2026: World Cup Hero Sanju Samson Flops for CSK, Rajasthan Royals Soar

• Rajasthan Royals achieve a hat-trick of victories, topping the league with 6 points after defeating Mumbai Indians by 27 runs.
• Chennai Super Kings suffer a hat-trick of losses, landing at the bottom of the league.
• A pre-season trade saw Sanju Samson move from Rajasthan Royals to Chennai Super Kings, with Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran going to RR.
• Sanju Samson, a T20 World Cup hero for India, has scored only 22 runs in three matches for CSK, failing to live up to expectations.
• While CSK's performance has declined, Rajasthan Royals are playing unexpectedly well, leading some to joke about Samson's impact on both teams.

Key Questions Answered

Will Sanju Samson regain his form for CSK this IPL season?

Sanju Samson's form for CSK in IPL 2026 is uncertain, with his coach backing him despite low scores.

How will Dhoni's injury impact Chennai Super Kings' performance?

MS Dhoni's calf strain will impact Chennai Super Kings' performance by causing him to miss at least the first two weeks of IPL 2026, potentially up to six games.

Could Rajasthan Royals maintain their winning streak in IPL 2026?

Rajasthan Royals began IPL 2026 with a win against Chennai Super Kings. They are considered top contenders to win the season. Kevin Pietersen also picked them as a potential top-four team.