New Delhi, April 11 -- After three disappointing starts, Sanju Samson returned to form with his maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) fifty for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Saturday against Delhi Capitals at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Playing just his fourth game for the five-time champions, Samson reached the milestone with a flick off Mukesh Kumar towards fine leg.

After being traded by CSK from Rajasthan Royals, Samson had a tremendous T20 World Cup 2026 campaign for India, scoring 97 not out, and identical 89s in the final three games, to play a huge role in Men in Blue's triumphant run at home. The right-hander opener was expected to carry his form into IPL 2026, but Samson's first three scores at CSK read 6, 7 and 9.

However, things...