About Sanju Samson
Sanju Samson is an Indian wicketkeeper-batter who plays for Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026. CSK traded for him for ₹18 crore.
His IPL pay has moved from ₹4 crore in 2014 (Rajasthan Royals) to ₹18 crore in 2026. Across the seasons listed below, his IPL contracts add up to about ₹126.4 crore.
Since making his IPL debut for Rajasthan Royals against Kings XI Punjab on 14 April 2013, he has played 190 IPL matches, scoring 5,181 runs.
Notable Achievements of Sanju Samson in IPL
- IPL finalist (2022): played in the final.
- Highest IPL score: 119 off 63 balls against Punjab Kings in 2021.
- IPL hundreds: 5, plus 27 fifties.
- Best batting season: 531 runs in 2024.
- Player of the Match: 14 awards in the IPL.
- 190 IPL matches: one of the most experienced players in the league.
How Sanju Samson’s Salary Compares at CSK
Sanju Samson is the highest-paid player in the 29-man CSK squad, taking about 14.8% of the team’s total player spend. The average CSK player earns about ₹4.2 crore in IPL 2026. In 2025 he earned ₹18 crore with Rajasthan Royals.