India, Nov. 10 -- It has reportedly been confirmed that Ravindra Jadeja and Sanju Samson won't be part of a straight-swap deal between the Chennai Super Kings and the Rajasthan Royals ahead of the mini-auction for the 2026 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). The 2008 champions have demanded a second player from Chennai. And while the name has yet to be confirmed, the player dropped a subtle hint on Monday after pulling off a social-media move similar to that of Jadeja.

The India all-rounder shockingly deactivated his Instagram account on Sunday amid swirling rumours about his exit from Chennai to reunite with Rajasthan after 16 years, having last played for the franchise in the inaugural two seasons, 2008 and 2009. On Monday, anot...