Will Sanju Samson’s Return Spark a Strong Finish for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025?
Sanju Samson resumed training after recovering from a rib injury sustained earlier in IPL 2025. In 7 matches before injury, he scored 224 runs at an average of 37.33 and a strike rate of 143.58. With RR out of playoff contention, Samson’s return for the May 18 clash vs PBKS boosts team morale for the final games.
After being sidelined due to a rib injury sustained during the Rajasthan Royals’ match against Delhi Capitals, Sanju Samson has returned to the nets ahead of IPL 2025’s resumption, signaling his readiness to rejoin the squad. The Royals posted a video on X showcasing their skipper’s intense net session, putting to rest fitness concerns. Samson had missed several matches during the season’s first half, but the week-long suspension of the IPL due to India-Pakistan tensions gave him valuable recovery time.
Before the injury, Samson had a moderate run in IPL 2025, scoring 224 runs in 7 matches at an average of 37.33 and a strike rate of 143.58. Although the Rajasthan Royals are out of the playoff race, his return for the final two league games against the Punjab Kings on May 18 and the Chennai Super Kings could help the team finish strongly. His leadership and batting presence had been missed, and his comeback may offer stability.
With young batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi performing well in the top order, Samson might bat at No. 3, a role he’s excelled in previously. While the Royals’ hopes for a title are over, Samson’s return gives them a chance to assess future strategies and end the season with pride.
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