Ravindra Jadeja’s long association with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) appears to be nearing its end, with reports claiming the India all-rounder has already signed his consent papers and handed them over to the franchise. This effectively marks the conclusion of his 13-year stint with CSK, a team with which he won three of his four IPL titles. Alongside Jadeja’s exit, CSK are also set to release Sam Curran as part of a major trade that will see Rajasthan Royals’ captain Sanju Samson move to Chennai.

According to a recent media report, however, CSK were not initially inclined to part ways with Jadeja. The deal with Rajasthan Royals reportedly emerged out of “desperation” rather than strategy. The report added that while CSK had been pursuing Samson for months, the franchise never planned to le

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