Sanju Samson has been synonymous with the Rajasthan Royals brand, serving not only as a captain but also as a face of the franchise. Over the last decade, Samson has grown as one of the prominent players for the Royals and later transitioned into the role of captain, which he assumed in IPL 2021, bringing stability, loyalty, and a sense of identity to the franchise both on and off the field.
Just like MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma are deeply associated with Chennai Super Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Mumbai Indians, respectively, Sanju Samson has been the heartbeat of the Rajasthan Royals’ franchise, embodying the ethos and spirit of the game. In 2022, under his captaincy, the Royals reached the IPL Final for the first time since the inaugural edition of the tournament in 2008, when they were the champions.