‘Leading the team like a great captain’ - Yusuf Pathan lauds Sanju Samson's leadership at Rajasthan Royals

Sanju Samson led Rajasthan Royals to the finals of the IPL 2022.

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The 16th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 got off to a wonderful start for the finalists of the previous edition, Rajasthan Royals. Led by Sanju Samson, Rajasthan have won three out of the four matches that they have played so far, with their only loss coming to the Shikhar Dhawan-led Punjab Kings.

There is no doubt about the fact that their skipper Sanju Samson has had a huge influence on the side over the years. The 28-year-old led them to the summit clash of the IPL in 2022, where they missed out on the title after facing a defeat to the Hardik Pandya-led Gujarat Titans.

However, Rajasthan have kicked off the IPL 2023 as they meant to, and under Samson’s leadership, the team would be keen on going all the way in the ongoing tournament to clinch their second IPL title.

Following the team’s good form at the tournament, former India cricketer Yusuf Pathan came forward to heap praise on Samson’s captaincy. The 40-year-old who was a part of Rajasthan Royals’ squad in their title triumph back in 2008 reflected on how great of a captain the 28-year-old has been.

"Rajasthan Royals are looking a very strong team in the IPL 2023, this team is playing excellent cricket this season as well. Their batting looks very strong. They have quality bowlers. Sanju Samson is leading the team like a great captain," Yusuf Pathan told Star Sports.

Rajasthan Royals aim to register their fourth win of the season against Gujarat Titans

Coming on the back of a fabulous win against Chennai Super Kings away from home, Rajasthan Royals are in Ahmedabad, where they will take on the defending champions Gujarat Titans in the 23rd game of the competition on Sunday, April 16.

Rajasthan would have to be on top of their game if they want to come out victorious in a repeat of the 2022 final. On the other hand, Gujarat would be keen on extending their winning run as well.

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