Sanju Samson is a professional cricketer who currently represents the Indian Premier League (IPL) side of the Rajasthan Royals. The wicket-keeper batsman has been in the spotlight in various domestic tournaments for quite a while but has struggled to maintain a regular spot for the Indian cricket team. While his career has had its ups and downs, he is without a doubt one of the best Indian wicket-keeper batsmen and has had some huge professional contracts in his career to prove that. This article talks about Sanju Samson’s net worth and the salary he earns while playing for Rajasthan Royals.
Sanju Samson’s cricketing journey began in the bustling cricketing scene of Kerala, where he displayed exceptional talent from an early age. He honed his skills at various levels, eventually making a name for himself in domestic cricket. His stunning performances in the Under-19 and domestic circuits captured the attention of selectors, leading to his debut in professional cricket.
Samson made his first-class debut for Kerala in 2011, and his big break came when he was chosen to play for the Rajasthan Royals in the IPL. His debut in the tournament came in 2013, and since then, he has been a prominent figure in the league, becoming one of the most consistent performers. With stylish stroke play and a knack for playing match-winning innings, he rapidly established himself as a key player for the Royals.
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Samson was appointed as the captain of Kerala ahead of the 2015/16 Ranji Trophy season. He was just 20 years old ten, and this feat made him the youngest Kerala player to captain the state in the Ranji Trophy. He began the season with a ton but failed to convert it into a successful season. He started the next Ranji season scoring 154 against Jammu and Kashmir but again failed to impress the rest of the season. This kind of inconsistent performance has been a huge factor in Sanju Samson’s career and is the reason he has failed to become a regular starter for the Indian team.
While consistency was an issue, Sanju Samson progressed really well with the Rajasthan Royals, and his talent was showcased for the world to see. His leadership skills, alongside his skill and loyalty to the team, helped him get the title of captain of the Rajasthan Royals. He was first appointed captain for the 2021 Indian Premier League season and has held that role ever since, never leaving the franchise since then.
🚨 Sanju Samson to captain Rajasthan Royals in #IPL2021.
Kumar Sangakkara to join the team as Director of Cricket #RR pic.twitter.com/Tmx0x8MHQj
— Cricbuzz (@cricbuzz) January 20, 2021
His performances in domestic tournaments helped him earn both domestic and international contracts. These lucrative professional contracts, alongside various brand deals, have helped Sanju Samson accumulate a net worth of approximately ₹82 Crore. While this is a huge amount, the player has worked very hard to get where he is and absolutely deserves every rupee that he has earned throughout his career.
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Sanju Samson has only ever played for two teams in the Indian Premier League. He started his career with the Rajasthan Royals in 2013 and only left the club during the two-year period when they were banned from participating in the IPL. He played for Delhi Daredevils in the 2016 and 2017 IPL seasons before promptly returning to Rajasthan Royals ahead of the 2018 season.
Samson’s latest retention came in the 2022 IPL auction when he was retained for ₹14 Crores. This is the amount he has been receiving for the past three years. While there is going to be a mega auction ahead of IPL 2025, it is likely that Rajasthan Royals will choose to retain Samson and will have to pay a very hefty fee to do so.
The Rajasthan Royals star’s evolution from a budding cricketer in Kerala to a star player in the IPL shows us his talent and determination. As he shatters records and redefines performances, it is evident that he is destined for even greater heights. Samson still has a lot of his career ahead of him, and it will be very interesting to see how much more he can develop. If he becomes an even better player, there is no doubt that his salary and net worth will skyrocket.
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Guransh Machra is a sportswriter at Gutshot Magazine. He covers football news from local leagues like the Indian Super League as well as international leagues like the Premier League. He follows various sports like Football, Cricket, Formula 1, and Tennis. Apart from sports, Guransh is also enthusiastic about reading and gaming.
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