Sanju Samson reacts on CSK transfer talk

Former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin, famous for his sharp cricketing mind and deadpan humour, stirred up IPL trade chatter with a perfectly timed quip aimed at Rajasthan Royals skipper Sanju Samson. In the latest teaser of Kutti Stories with Ash, the veteran spinner playfully hinted at a possible Chennai Super Kings move for Samson.

The clip begins with Ashwin meeting Samson in Kerala, but he wastes no time getting to the rumours. With a smile, Ashwin says, “I have a lot of questions to ask. But before that, I thought I’ll come directly and trade myself. I’m happy to stay back in Kerala. There are a lot of rumours going on. I don’t know anything. So I thought I’d reach out to you and ask you—if I can stay in Kerala and you can head to Chennai.”

The comment sent Samson into uncontrollable laughter, covering his face to hide his reaction. While lighthearted, the exchange fuelled speculation. Reports have hinted that Samson is unhappy with the Royals’ management and may have asked for a trade or release, while whispers also suggest Ashwin could be nearing the end of his stint in a dual role at CSK.

Ashwin, 38, rejoined Chennai Super Kings at the IPL 2025 auction for Rs 9.75 crore after his stint with Rajasthan. Though he claimed only seven wickets in nine matches, his contribution extended beyond the field, doubling as Director of Operations at the CSK Academy. Recent reports, however, indicate he may step down from that post—possibly signalling changes ahead.

The humorous back-and-forth has quickly gone viral, with fans enjoying Ashwin’s knack for blending cricket insight with comedy. Whether or not the rumours materialise, one thing’s certain—Ashwin is never just a bystander when cricket drama unfolds.