CSK posts emotional tribute as Ravindra Jadeja is traded to RR for Sanju Samson ahead of IPL 2026: 'Sword that guarded Yellove Kingdom'

Devansh Poddar

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CSK posts emotional tribute as Ravindra Jadeja is traded to RR for Sanju Samson ahead of IPL 2026: 'Sword that guarded Yellove Kingdom' image

It is the end of an era for the Chennai Super Kings as Ravindra Jadeja has been traded to the Rajasthan Royals for IPL 2026 in exchange for Sanju Samson.

Jadeja has been part of the Super Kings side since 2012 and has grown in ranks as both a franchise and international cricketer within the CSK setup, under the leadership of MS Dhoni. 

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CSK has now posted an emotional tribute for the great all-rounder, who has served them immensely and has led the side to multiple IPL titles. 

CSK posts an emotional tribute for Ravindra Jadeja

Ravindra Jadeja, a name that resonated in the hearts of all Chennai Super Kings fans, has now officially been traded to the Rajasthan Royals, the team where he began his IPL journey. 

From his inclusion to the side back in 2012 to his match-winning contributions for 13 long years, Jadeja became an emotional icon for the Chennai fans, who will now bid an emotional goodbye to their favourite star. 

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CSK is looking to build a team for the post-Dhoni era and has traded in RR skipper Sanju Samson for Jadeja and Sam Curran. 

In an emotional tribute to one of their greatest all-rounders, the franchise posted a heartfelt video and mentioned, "The Sword that guarded the Yellove kingdom. There are players and there are protectors. He was both. Today, we bow in gratitude. For the finishes. For the breakthrough spells. Always our RaJa. Always our Thalapathy. Always our Jaddu!"

Ravindra Jadeja back with the Rajasthan Royals

Life has come a full circle for Indian all-rounder Jadeja, who began his IPL journey with the Rajasthan Royals in 2008. He is now back with the franchise 17 years later, having achieved several significant accolades in his career.

Jadeja's inclusion will stabilise the Royals' middle-order, which has been a cause of concern for the franchise in the last few seasons but particularly last season.

The all-rounder can also provide the team with a potential captaincy option, with a leadership role also reportedly being one of his demands before agreeing to the trade move.

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