Ravindra Jadeja (IANS photo) NEW DELHI: As the IPL business window heats up, rumors of a sensational swap deal involving Ravindra Jadeja, Sanja Samson and Sam Curran have sent the cricketing world into a frenzy. While no official confirmation has been made, reports suggest that Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) are exploring a potential trade of three players ahead of the retention deadline.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SIGN UP NOW!As reported by TimesofIndia.com, CSK could acquire Sanju Samson in a deal that would see Jadeja and Curran move to Rajasthan – provided the two franchises agree terms. However, the prospect of CSK parting ways with one of their longest-serving stalwarts did not sit well with fans and former players.
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Leading the chorus is Suresh Raina, one of CSK’s biggest icons, who has publicly urged the franchise not to trade Jadeja under any circumstances. Talking about JioStar, Raina gave a strong message to the management and named his preferred retention options.
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“Noor Ahmad should be retained. He’s a mystery toner so we have to keep him. MS Dhoni should definitely be retained; he’s playing this year so he should stay with the team. Ruturaj Gaikwad should continue as captain. Ravindra Jadeja should be retained again. He’s a scorer for CSK. Radra’Sirej has been there for the team really, really well over the years,” Radra’Sirej’ has been there for years. he said.The former India star also listed a few names that he feels CSK should release ahead of the mini-auction.“Devon Conway should be released. CSK need a local opener which they will look for in the mini auction. Vijay Shankar has already been given a lot of chances. So I think CSK should release him as well. Deepak Hooda should also be released,” added Raina.Meanwhile, reports suggest that RR and CSK have resumed their discussions after a failed trade attempt between RR and Delhi Capitals for Samson and Tristan Stubbs. With Jadeja’s future at CSK uncertain, insiders reveal that the franchise officials have already approached the all-rounder to “gauge his plans”.
