Mumbai, March 17 -- Former Indian cricketer Anil Kumble has lauded Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) decision in which they traded in Sanju Samson ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) auctions and said he fits the team's need.

Samson was traded in from the Rajasthan Royals (RR) to CSK and will don the yellow colours. In turn, Sam Curran and seasoned all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja were traded to the inaugural champions.

Samson had been the face of Rajasthan Royals for more than a decade, representing the franchise in 11 seasons.

Speaking on JioStar, Anil Kumble said Indian cricket's legacy has passed through greats like Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and MS Dhoni, highlighting a generational transition.

Kumble recalled World ...