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Sanju Samson Registers 'Unwanted Record' With 2-Ball Duck Against Chennai Super Kings

Rajasthan Royals (RR) wicketkeeper-batter and skipper Sanju Samson created an unwanted record during his side's Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 match against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Wednesday. During the match, he became the RR player with the most ducks in IPL history. After being castled by Ravindra Jadeja on his second ball for a duck, Samson registered his eighth duck for the franchise, the most by any player.

Rajasthan Royals Skipper Sanju Samson Penalised, Fined Rs 12 Lakh For Slow Over-Rate

Rajasthan Royals skipper Sanju Samson has been fined Rs 12 lakh for maintaining a slow over-rate during their Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Chennai Super Kings here. Over rate is proving to be an issue in the IPL again with a lot of games stretching past the four-hour mark. "As it was the team's first offence of the season under the IPL's Code of Conduct relating to minimum over-rate offences, captain Sanju Samson was fined Rs 12 lakhs," read an IPL media advisory.

Watch: Sanju Samson's Cheeky Reminder To Kumar Sangakkara In Middle Of Speech Leaves RR Players In Splits

Rajasthan Royals remain one of the most formidable outfits in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season. With two wins in three matches, the franchise sits in the top half of the season. After their recent win over Delhi Capitals, Rajasthan's head coach Kumar Sangakkara hailed skipper Sanju Samson for the way he led the team. In the middle of the dressing room speech, however, Sangakkara was given a cheeky reminder by Sanju over another aspect of his game that the Sri Lankan forgot to mention.

Watch: Sanju Samson or Superman? RR Captain's Stunning Catch To Dismiss Prithvi Shaw Wins Internet

Sanju Samson is one of the trustworthy employees behind the stumps. While playing for Rajasthan Royals against Delhi Capitals, the player pulled off a stunning catch to reaffirm his brilliance as a wicketkeeper. A fuller delivery from Trent Boult during DC's chase of 200 outplayed Prithvi Shaw. The ball which was angled outside by Boult, swung into Shaw and got an outside edge of his willow. The edge changed the direction of the ball and RR wicketkeeper Samson quickly jumped to his right and took a sensational catch to cut short the innings of Shaw.

"Can't Be Batting At No.4": Sanjay Manjrekar Suggests New Batting Position For Devdutt Padikkal

Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar feels that Devdutt Padikkal should not be sent at the number four position. Padikkal fared well as an opener in IPL, but the change in his batting position of late has seen him fail in making noticeable contributions. As the former Royal Challengers Bangalore opener continues to struggle with consistency in his current team Rajasthan Royals, Manjrekar has suggested that he should be sent at the number 3 position and RR skipper Sanju Samson should take the 4th spot.

Suresh Raina Credits Punjab Kings Skipper Shikhar Dhawan For Win vs Rajasthan Royals

Former India cricketer Suresh Raina praised skipper Shikhar Dhawan for controlling the innings and leading the Punjab Kings (PBKS) to victory defeating Rajasthan Royals (RR) by a narrow five-run margin in their second match of the IPL 2023 at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati. Punjab Kings (PBKS) rode on skipper Shikhar Dhawan (86 runs; 56b, 9x4, 3x6) and his opening partner Prabhsimran Singh's (60 runs; 34b, 7x4, 3x6) brilliant 90-run stand, and a magnificent spell from paceman Nathan Ellis (4/30) to beat Rajasthan Royals (RR).

Delhi Capitals Aim For Improved Batting Show Against Rajasthan Royals

Battered and bruised by raw pace in back-to-back matches, Delhi Capitals' batting unit is likely to find some breathing space on a featherbed when the side takes on Rajasthan Royals in an afternoon IPL match, on Saturday. Mark Wood and Alzarri Joseph have scarred the likes of Prithvi Shaw and Sarfaraz Khan in DC's line-up in the first two games. And when these talented but low on confidence willow wielders face an attack comprising Trent Boult, KM Asif and Jason Holder, they would have to negotiate speed in mid 130 kmph, which is right up their alley.

Sanju Samson Surpasses Ajinkya Rahane For This Massive Milestone

India batter and Rajasthan Royals (RR) skipper Sanju Samson became the highest run-scorer for his franchise in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Wednesday. He accomplished this landmark during his side's match against Punjab Kings at Guwahati. In the match, during a run chase of 198 runs, Samson scored 42 off 25 balls. His knock consisted of five fours and a six. Runs flowed from his bat at a strike rate of 168.00. His innings was ended by pacer Nathan Ellis, who dismissed him after Matthew Short caught him.

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Sanju Samson Registers 'Unwanted Record' With 2-Ball Duck Against Chennai Super Kings

Rajasthan Royals Skipper Sanju Samson Penalised, Fined Rs 12 Lakh For Slow Over-Rate

Watch: Sanju Samson's Cheeky Reminder To Kumar Sangakkara In Middle Of Speech Leaves RR Players In Splits

Watch: Sanju Samson or Superman? RR Captain's Stunning Catch To Dismiss Prithvi Shaw Wins Internet

"Can't Be Batting At No.4": Sanjay Manjrekar Suggests New Batting Position For Devdutt Padikkal

Suresh Raina Credits Punjab Kings Skipper Shikhar Dhawan For Win vs Rajasthan Royals

Delhi Capitals Aim For Improved Batting Show Against Rajasthan Royals

Sanju Samson Surpasses Ajinkya Rahane For This Massive Milestone