The IPL 2026 trade window has exploded with what could be one of the most sensational deals in league history, and that is a potential Ravindra Jadeja-for-Sanju Samson swap between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR).
The possible swap between Ravindra Jadeja and Sanju Samson, which once sounded like a wild dream, has now turned into a real and serious negotiation between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) ahead of the IPL 2026 auction.
Both Jadeja and Samson are among the highest-paid players in the IPL, with each earning ₹18 crore. On paper, this makes the swap look perfectly balanced. But the reality behind the scenes is much more complicated, and the deal might not materialize if CSK refuses to agree to RR’s offer.
CSK ready to end ties with Ravindra Jadeja to bring in Sanju Samson, but says a big no to leaving Dewald Brevis
As reported by Cricbuzz, the Rajasthan Royals are open to the idea of parting ways with their longtime superstar Sanju Samson, but they are not willing to do so in a straight one-for-one deal with the Chennai Super Kings. The RR team management wants another player from CSK as part of the exchange, and that demand has now become the major roadblock in finalizing the deal.
The player the Royals have their eyes on is none other than Dewald Brevis, the young South African batting sensation who joined CSK midway through last season. Brevis’ rise in the franchise cricket world has been extraordinary. Over the past few months, he has turned into one of the most talked-about young batters across franchise leagues.
Brevis’ explosive hitting and fearless attitude have made him a top target for several teams. He even drew a record bid from Pretoria Capitals in the SA20 auction earlier this year, where Jo’burg Super Kings (a CSK-owned franchise) backed out at the final stage of bidding.
No Dewald Brevis in Ravindra Jadeja-Sanju Samson trade deal: CSK’s clear message to RR
Well, CSK are not ready to let go of Brevis, especially after investing in his development and watching him evolve into a future superstar. According to reports, CSK’s stance is firm, and they are only willing to exchange Ravindra Jadeja for Samson, without involving any other player.
The CSK management believes that letting go of a proven match-winner like Ravindra Jadeja is already a huge decision, and adding another key player like Brevis would make the deal too one-sided. It is also being said that before entering trade discussions, CSK held internal talks with Jadeja to keep him informed about the negotiations.
The franchise continues to maintain strong communication and mutual respect with the Indian all-rounder, who has been one of their biggest match-winners over the years.
Manoj Badale leads trade talks with CSK; SRH says no to Sanju Samson deal
On the other side, the RR owner Manoj Badale is directly handling the negotiations. He is currently in Mumbai and has been actively involved in discussions with the CSK camp. At the same time, the Royals have reportedly kept backup options open.
They have reached out to other franchises, including Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Delhi Capitals (DC), and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), to explore alternatives if the CSK deal fails to go through. However, SRH is not interested in a deal involving Samson.
The team already boasts a powerful top order featuring Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma alongside Ishan Kishan and Heinrich Klaasen, who have cemented their places in the middle order. With such a settled lineup, SRH are not looking for another top-order wicketkeeper-batter right now.