India, May 6 -- Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan lauded Sanju Samson's efforts on the field since joining Chennai Super Kings. Samson made a sensational trade move to CSK ahead of this season with many eyes straightaway on him as the five-time champions started preparing for the future after MS Dhoni, who is at the fag end of his career. The wicketkeeper batter has been the backbone of CSK, which their skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad also admitted. The wicketkeeper batter has smashed 402 runs in 10 matches at an average of 57.43, which included a couple of centuries.

Meanwhile, Samson took charge of the chase with authority, guiding Chennai Super Kings to a comfortable win over Delhi Capitals. Chasing 156, he remained unbeaten on 87 off 52 ...