Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming has shown full confidence in batsman Sanju Samson despite his recent struggles in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. Fleming emphasized that T20 cricket can change quickly, and a player in form can dominate matches. He assured that the team will fully support Samson as he continues to adjust within the CSK setup.
Samson has had a tough start, failing in his third consecutive match during IPL 2026. This led CSK to their third straight loss. Despite this, Fleming defended Samson, stating that he is still settling into the team after being acquired from Rajasthan Royals in a recent trade that also involved key players Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran.
Fleming explained that Samson is adapting to a new environment with several changes in the team lineup, making it challenging for him to feel fully settled. The coach highlighted that while there might be some off-field work needed to strengthen team bonds, Samson has integrated well and remains eager to contribute alongside other senior players like Ruturaj Gaikwad.
Meanwhile, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured a strong 43-run win over CSK at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. RCB’s impressive performance included a 25-ball century by Tim David and solid contributions from other batsmen. Their bowling attack, led by Bhuvneshwar Kumar, also played a crucial role in securing the victory.
CSK had some亮点 performances, including a quick half-century from Sarfaraz Khan and a brisk innings from Jamie Overton, but they fell short of RCB’s total of 250/3. This loss left CSK at the bottom of the IPL standings with no wins in three matches, while RCB moved to the top with two consecutive victories and an impressive run rate.
Fleming’s support for Samson underscores the belief that patience and team backing can help the batsman overcome his current slump and make a significant impact in the IPL.