New Delhi, April 12 -- Chennai Super Kings (CSK) legend and former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina has praised wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson after his maiden century in the yellow jersey, calling it a defining knock that could transform both the player's confidence and the team's batting structure in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.

Speaking on Star Sports, JioStar expert Raina said the hundred would ease pressure on Samson, especially after joining a franchise with high expectations and a strong legacy in the cash-rich league.

"The monkey is off Sanju Samson's back now after this hundred. It is never easy walking into a new franchise and performing immediately, especially with the expectations Sanju has come in with. Join...