Rahul Dravid, the former coach of the Indian cricket team and the current head coach for the Rajasthan Royals, recently shared his thoughts on the dynamics between him and team captain Sanju Samson. This comes at a time when rumors have surfaced about potential issues within the team’s locker room. A video circulated on social media showing Samson standing outside the team huddle during a critical strategy session for a Super Over against the Delhi Capitals, leading to chatter among fans about the team’s cohesion.
In response to these reports, Dravid emphasized at a press conference that he and Samson are in sync when it comes to making decisions for the team. He expressed confusion about the source of the rumors, stating, I don’t know where these reports are coming from. Sanju and I are on the same page. It’s clear that he believes the relationship between him and the captain is solid, despite what others might say.
Look at Sanju Samson's reaction — it seems like he's not happy with Rahul Dravid, who is running the team according to his own wishes. pic.twitter.com/HdQeFl3NhM
— Registanroyals (@registanroyals) April 18, 2025
The Rajasthan Royals faced a tough start in the IPL 2025, especially with Samson dealing with an injury early in the season. Despite that setback, the team managed to find their footing and secured wins against tough competitors like the Chennai Super Kings and the Punjab Kings. However, things have taken a downturn recently, as they’ve now lost three games in a row, which adds to the pressure on the team.
Dravid pointed out that he and Samson have a history of working together when he was heading the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru and later when he was the coach of the national team. He reiterated the importance of Samson in the decision-making process, indicating that as the captain, what he contributes is vital. Dravid mentioned, “The decisions are being made by me, with Sanju being an integral part of that, along with our other coaches and analysts.”
It’s important to note that Dravid acknowledged that not every decision made, even by seasoned experts, will be perfect. He expressed confidence in the team that supports him and Samson in driving their choices forward.
Looking ahead, the Rajasthan Royals are set to face the Lucknow Super Giants on April 19 at their home ground. Alongside the team strategies, Dravid provided an update on Samson’s condition, mentioning that the captain had been experiencing some abdominal pain. Dravid noted that they had taken precautionary measures and sent Samson for scans to get a clearer picture of his injury. “We are waiting for the results of those scans, he said. He further assured fans that once they have a better understanding of Samson’s situation, they’ll know how to proceed.
