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Economic Times
09-08-2025
- Sport
- Economic Times
Rajasthan Royals face dilemma with Sanju Samson
Rajasthan Royals are in a tough situation after captain Sanju Samson's request to release him or broker a trade. The franchise h retained the wicketkeeper batter for Rs 18 crore ahead of the mega auction last year and can hold on to him for two more years. However, according to a TOI report, that is now unlikely. During the season, there were rumours that not all is well between the RR management and Samson. Head coach Rahul Dravid even had to clarify that he and the captain 'were on the same page' and that he was 'an integral part of the team'. Royals had faced significant backlash from fans following the rumours of discord between head coach and captain. Samson has a long-standing association with the Royals, starting his journey in 2013 as an 18-year-old prodigy. He Interestingly, debuted under Drvaid, who was the captain of the team back the. The batterclinched the Emerging Player award with 206 runs and six stumpings. 12 years down the line, Samson has become RR's most capped player (149 matches) and top run-scorer (4027 runs), with three had a brief stint with Delhi Daredevils (2016–17), once again under the coaching eyes of Dravid when Royals were suspended. He, however, returned to lead RR from 2021, guiding them to the IPL 2022 final and a 2024 playoff berth, where he amassed 531 runs. Kolkata Knight Riders, who need an Indian wicketkeeper and a top order batter, are also circling, but Samson's personal preference, could be Chennai Super Kings (CSK), TOI reported citing sources. With Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Suryavanshi already in the squad, RR could let go Samson bolster their middle order. The team also has Dhruv Jurel for wicketkeeping. However, it will be intriguing to see who steps up to lead the team if Samson parts season, Riyan Parag captained the side for a few matches but his inexperience was evident. With a pool of youngsters like Jaiswal and Jurel to choose from, the franchise will need to weigh its options carefully as it navigates this transition. The Jaipur-based franchise has almost two months to take a call, since the IPL trade window and the deadline to release players is usually open until November.
Time of India
09-08-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
IPL: Rajasthan Royals grapple with Sanju Samson dilemma
Sanju samson (Getty Images) JAIPUR: Rajasthan Royals are in a quandary over Sanju Samson 's plea to let him go or broker a trade, TOI has learnt. Having locked in Samson for Rs 18 cr last year, the franchise can hold onto him for two more seasons if the Royals management stands firm. Those in the know of developments, however, say that would be an unlikely outcome. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! There were rumours of unease between the Royals management and Samson during this year's Indian Premier League (IPL), with head coach Rahul Dravid having to clarify that he and the Royals captain 'were on the same page' and that he was 'an integral part of the team'. Royals had faced significant backlash from fans following the rumours of discord between head coach and captain. Poll Who should lead Rajasthan Royals if Sanju Samson departs? Riyan Parag Yashasvi Jaiswal Murmurs of discord persisted, however, with Samson reportedly urging Royals — the franchise he's been tied to for 12 years — to either release him or trade him ahead of the IPL-2026 auction. Samson's saga with Royals kicked off in 2013 as an 18-year-old prodigy, when he clinched the Emerging Player award with 206 runs and six stumpings. He's since become their most capped player (149 matches) and top run-scorer (4027 runs), notching three centuries. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Global Indices Are on the Move — Time to Trade! IC Markets Learn More Undo After a brief detour with Delhi Daredevils (2016–17) when Royals were suspended, Samson returned to steer the side from 2021, guiding them to the IPL 2022 final and a 2024 playoff berth, where he amassed 531 runs. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), hunting for an Indian wicketkeeper, are also circling, but Samson's personal preference, say sources, could be Chennai Super Kings (CSK). With openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Suryavanshi in their ranks, Royals could cut Samson loose to bolster their middle order. Importantly, should RR part ways with Samson, it will be intriguing to see who steps up to lead the team. Last season, Riyan Parag captained the side for four games but his inexperience shone through. With a pool of youngsters like Jaiswal and Jurel to choose from, the franchise will need to weigh its options carefully as it navigates this transition. The Jaipur-based franchise has almost two months to take a call, since the IPL trade window and the deadline to release players is usually open until November. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
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Business Standard
03-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
IPL 2025 final prize money: How much money do winner & runner-up win?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) ended their title drought in Indian Premier League 2025 as they defended 191 runs in the grand finale against Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. A big cash prize awaits RCB, the winner of the IPl 2025, who will lift this title for the first time in their history. Speaking of money, the stakes this year are higher than ever. The IPL 2025 winners took home a massive Rs 20 crore, while the runners-up would earn Rs 13 crore. Even the two teams knocked out in the playoffs won't leave empty-handed, with substantial cash prizes reportedly lined up for them as well. Compare that to 2008, when champions received Rs 4.8 crore and runners-up half that, it's clear the IPL has grown exponentially in both scale and reward. The league is richer, flashier, and more competitive than ever before. IPL 2025 prize money Stage Prize Money (INR) Prize money (USD) Winner 20 crore 2.4m Runner-up 13 crore 1.5m Qualifier 7 crore 843k Eliminator 6.5 crore 783k IPL 2025 Individual prize money list Players competing for individual awards receive cash prizes at the end of the tournament as well. The Emerging Player award offers the highest prize of ₹20 lakhs (about $24,000). Other key categories, including the Orange Cap (top run-scorer), Purple Cap (top wicket-taker), Most Valuable Player, Super Striker, Power Player, Maximum Sixes, and Game Changer, each come with a reward of ₹10 lakhs (approximately $12,000). IPL individual prize money Category Prize Money (INR) Prize money (USD) Orange Cap 10 lakhs 12000 Purple Cap 10 lakhs 12000 Emerging Player 20 lakhs 24000 Most Valuable Player 10 lakhs 12000 Super Striker 10 lakhs 12000 Power Player 10 lakhs 12000 Maximum Sixes 10 lakhs 12000 Game Changer 10 lakhs 12000
Deccan Herald
02-05-2025
- Sport
- Deccan Herald
Padikkal making the most of his homecoming
The southpaw, though, hasn't set the tongues wagging like he did in his debut season in 2020 when he amassed 473 runs in 15 games to pick up the Emerging Player award or in 2021 when he scored 411 runs in 14 games to show why many tipped him as the one for the future. But he has made a quiet statement of his own this edition.
