'World Cup Waala Samson Chahiye': CSK Fans React After CSK Opener Fails On Chepauk Debut Against PBKS

Sanju Samson's start to his CSK career hasn't been as he would have hoped for. trade from the Rajasthan Royals, the Indian opener has now scored two single digits scores in yellow. Samson won the player of tournament in India's T20 World Cup win, with CSK fans hoping for the Kerala star to return to runs.

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Sreehari Menon Updated: Friday, April 03, 2026, 08:11 PM IST

Sanju Samson's start to his CSK career hasn't been as he would have hoped for. trade from the Rajasthan Royals, the Indian opener has now scored two single digits scores in yellow. Samson won the player of tournament in India's T20 World Cup win, with CSK fans hoping for the Kerala star to return to runs.

There was much anticipation from fans as Sanju geared up for his first appearance at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Sanju promised a good start with a boundary to kick off the proceedings, sending ruptures through the stadium.

However, that joy was short lived. Sanju's stay lasted just 7 balls as he was sent packing by Xavier Bartlett. Facing the final delivery of the second over, Samson tried to back away and hit it through, only to find an edge to Prabhsimran Singh.

In his two games in CSK colours, Sanju Samson has managed to face 7 balls in each innings. While he managed 6 in the first game against Rajasthan Royals, he could only add 7 to his score against the Punjab Kings.

Netizens react to Sanju Samson's dismissal

CSK fans were clearly hoping to see a bit more from Samson after his blockbuster move to the franchise. The five-time champions roped him in a trade that saw Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran move to Rajasthan Royals.

Fans were wishing for the 'World Cup Samson' to return. Samson won the player of the tournament, having scored 97, 89 and 89 in India's last three games of the competition.

Published on: Friday, April 03, 2026, 07:54 PM IST

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