Major update on Sanju Samson’s availability against LSG in IPL 2025 amidst injury concerns

New Delhi: Rajasthan Royals face a potential blow before their upcoming IPL 2025 match against Lucknow Super Giants on April 19th. Captain Sanju Samson’s participation is uncertain due to injury.

Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson underwent medical scans on April 18th after an injury suffered in a match against the Delhi Capitals. A final assessment of his injury is expected on April 19th, following additional scans. His participation in the remaining IPL matches depends on the results of these assessments.

If Sanju Samson is unavailable, Riyan Parag will again captain the team, as he did in the first three games.

Rajasthan Royals’ wicketkeeper-batsman Sanju Samson suffered a rib injury during their IPL 2025 match against Delhi Capitals. He retired hurt in the sixth over after showing signs of rib pain at Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium.

Sanju Samson left the field and did not return to bat, raising concerns about a possible injury. After the game, he reported feeling fine but unfit to continue playing.

Samson’s injury may be more serious than first thought, as he has undergone scans despite initial reassurances. The RR management awaits the scan results.

Rahul Dravid, Rajasthan Royals’ coach, commented on Sanju Samson’s injury, stating that scans have been completed, results are pending, and a final decision on his participation will follow.

Rajasthan Royals (RR) have underperformed in the current IPL 2025 season, achieving only two wins out of seven matches played. This poor record places them eighth in the league standings.

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