Why Sanju Samson is Not Captaining Rajasthan Royals?

By Gurlal Singh

Cricket Player who is writing about cricket now.

Posted: March 30, 2025
Last updated: March 31, 2025

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The Rajasthan Royals are set to face the Chennai Super Kings in the 11th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Barsapara Stadium. As the focus shifts to team dynamics, the absence of Sanju Samson as the captain is notable.

Sanju Samson, the regular skipper for Rajasthan Royals, suffered an injury which has impacted his ability to lead the team. Due to his condition, he has only been participating as an impact player, refraining from usual duties like wicketkeeping, as his finger is still recovering. This medical advice has necessitated changes in the leadership structure of the team.

In Samson’s absence, Riyan Parag has been entrusted with the captaincy responsibilities for the first few matches of the season. Riyan Parag’s leadership tenure is not a long-term solution but a temporary arrangement necessitated by the circumstances. This transitional management comes as Rajasthan Royals are navigating a rough patch, having lost two consecutive matches, while their opponents, Chennai Super Kings, had a mixed start – winning their opening game but succumbing to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their subsequent match.

Anticipation builds as fans question when Samson will return to his leadership role. It’s expected that Sanju Samson may resume his captaincy and wicketkeeping duties after the match against Chennai Super Kings. His potential return to both roles is scheduled around the upcoming match against Punjab Kings on April 5, 2025. This timeline offers a glimmer of hope for Rajasthan Royals supporters looking forward to seeing their experienced captain back at the helm.

Conclusively, while the team navigates through these early challenges under the temporary leadership of Riyan Parag, Sanju Samson’s health progress remains key for the stability and success of the Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025.