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Sanju Samson’s 31th birthday: All you need to know about the unique record by the RR captain
As November 11 is the birthday of Sanju Samson, lets look at the record he hold as RR skipper in an IPL season.
Last Updated on - November 11, 2025 3:11 PM IST
Sanju Samson, the captain of the Rajasthan Royals, celebrates his 31th birthday on Tuesday, with wishes pouring in from fans, teammates, and cricketers around the world. The Kerala-born cricketer, recognized for his beautiful stroke play and calm leadership, has emerged as one of the Indian Premier League’s most consistent and stylish batter. Under his leadership, the Rajasthan Royals have discovered a stable leader who blends experience and composure, a trait that has gained him respect both on and off the field.
Amid the celebrations, Samson’s name has recently made news in trade speculations. According to reports, the Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings are negotiating a potential blockbuster IPL 2026 trade that includes Sanju Samson and Ravindra Jadeja, as well as Sam Curran. While neither franchise has acknowledged the news, the prospect of Samson wearing CSK’s iconic yellow – or Jadeja returning to Rajasthan Royals – has sparked widespread speculation among IPL fans.
Sanju Samson holds the record for the most runs scored as captain of the Rajasthan Royals during an IPL season. He topped the charts in IPL 2024, surpassing his own IPL 2021 record. Rahul Dravid holds the third spot, which he secured in the IPL 2013 season. Have a detailed look at the record:
IPL 2024:
Sanju Samson had his most successful IPL season as captain in 2024, scoring 531 runs in 15 innings, the most by any Rajasthan Royals skipper in a single season. Samson led from the front and showed remarkable consistency in blending aggression and composure. His ability to anchor innings while also accelerating when necessary made him one of the season’s best captains.
IPL 2021:
Before his 2024 exploits, Samson shined with the bat in the 2021 IPL, amassing 484 runs in 14 innings. Despite RR’s inconsistent record that year, Samson’s individual skill shined through, particularly his century against Punjab Kings, which remains one of the tournament’s most memorable moments. It also cemented him as an important member of RR’s hitting lineup and a dedicated leader.
IPL 2013:
In the 2013 IPL, veteran Rahul Dravid set an early standard for leadership consistency at RR, hitting 471 runs in 17 innings. His methodical approach paved the way for the franchise’s subsequent leaders, including Samson, who surpassed Dravid’s record more than three times.