CSK coach Stephen Fleming backed Sanju Samson despite his third straight failure in IPL 2026, urging patience as he adjusts to the team. CSK slumped to a 43-run loss against RCB, who posted 250/3. Despite some batting efforts, CSK remain winless and bottom of the table, while RCB lead with two wins.

Bengaluru: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming emphasised that T20 cricket can change rapidly and a batter in form can be highly dominant, while expressing strong confidence in Sanju Samson, assuring that the team will fully support him as he continues to grow in the CSK setup.

This came after Chennai Super Kings' marquee signing for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, Sanju Samson, endured another disappointing outing, failing for the third consecutive match.

CSK made a bold move ahead of the IPL 2026, trading Sanju Samson from Rajasthan Royals, parting ways with key players Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran in the process.

Chasing a daunting 251 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Samson once again failed to score as he was removed for a single-digit score, as CSK slumped to their third straight defeat of the campaign.