New Delhi: Swashbuckling wicketkeeper-batsman Sanju Samson, who will be leading Rajasthan Royals in the forthcoming edition of Indian Premier League (IPL), believes nobody can emulate Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
After parting ways with Steve Smith, the Rajasthan outfit appointed Samson as their leader ahead of the IPL season. Samson explained that a lot is going on in his mind about the captaincy of the team, but he would like to keep things simple.
“I am very much looking forward to leading the Royals. Definitely, a lot of different thoughts are going through my mind, but I would like to keep it simple. I am happy to take on this role,” Samson said in a video posted by RR.
“To be very honest, until last year, I never felt that I may possibly be the leader of the Royals. Our lead owner, Manoj Badale, told me that the franchise wants me to lead the team and asked me to take up this role,” he added.
Samson has been compared with the former India skipper for his attacking form of cricket. The comparisons, last year, gained momentum after Samson played some blistering innings in the starting few matches.
The Kerala batsman added that he does not want to be like Dhoni. “I don’t think anyone can be like MS Dhoni. I would like to be myself. Sanju Samson will be good enough,” he added.
Despite the promising start in IPL 2020 at the UAE, Rajasthan Royals finished last in the points table last year. The 26-year-old also thanked Royals fans for supporting the franchise during its tough period.
“I would like to thank each and every fan out there for supporting our team and being with us no matter what. I’ll make sure that we play some good cricket for you guys and bring a smile on your faces. Thanks a lot, guys,” said Samson. Rajasthan Royals will play their first game on April 12 against Punjab Kings.
