Jaipur: Seventeen years after his IPL debut in Rajasthan Royals ’ inaugural title-winning season, Ravindra Jadeja is back where it all began. The Saurashtra allrounder, traded from Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in exchange for long-time Royals captain Sanju Samson , completes a homecoming that began under Shane Warne ’s mentorship in 2008. A controversial ban in 2010 after attempting to negotiate a contract outside the auction saw him depart. Now, the trade, finalised after months of negotiations, ends speculation around Samson’s future. Also Watch: The wicketkeeper-batsman, who led Royals to the 2024 final and playoffs in 2023, had expressed a desire for a fresh start despite being retained at a hefty sum. His 11-year association with the franchise concludes as he hea

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