The speculation started as the video surfaced, showing Sanju Samson was not on the team, and Dravid had a discussion with support staff and some players.
Rajasthan Royals head coach Rahul Dravid firmly dismissed any rumor, suggesting a rift between the franchise and Captain Sanju Samson. In a press conference ahead of the IPL 2025 game against the Lucknow Super Giants, Dravid called the reports “baseless” and stressed that the team was united in search of the playoffs. The speculation started as the video surfaced, showing Sanju Samson was not on the team, and Dravid had a discussion with support staff and some players. This has raised questions about the potential rift and even raised questions about the safety of Captain Sanju with RR.
“I don’t know where these reports come from. I’m on the same page as me.”
“He’s a very integral part of our team. He’s involved in each and every decision and discussion. Sometimes, when you lose games and things don’t go right, you face criticism and we can take it on our performances, but we can’t do anything about this baseless stuff. The spirit of the team is really good, I’m impressed with how hard these guys work. One of the things people don’t understand is how hurt the players feel when they don’t perform,” the Rajasthan Royals head coach explained.
Samson’s availability at Saturday’s race against Lucknow Super Giants is uncertain as the team is waiting for scans about the injuries around him.
He was suspected of side strain in RR’s recent match against Delhi Capitals on Wednesday, so he had to retire to injury, which could be due to suspected side strain.
Captain RR seemed to be in pain after trying to play from Vipraj Nigam, which caused Physio to check the left side of his chest cavity. Even if he faces the next ball, Samson quickly has to leave the field. The game ended with a draw, but unfortunately RR lost in the super game.
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