New Delhi, Nov. 9 -- Rajasthan Royals (RR) are poised to trade star wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for all-round powerhouses Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran, ahead of IPL 2026. This high-stakes swap, one of the biggest in IPL trading history, promises to reshape both franchises' cores.

The potential deal, reported by ESPNcricinfo, has both teams in advanced talks, though neither has officially confirmed it yet. Sources close to the negotiations reveal that RR and CSK have consulted all three players, securing their initial buy-ins.

Under IPL rules, the franchises must submit an expression of interest to the governing council, followed by written consents and final ratification. If greenlit, this trade could...