RR, the inaugural edition winners, will open their IPL 2025 campaign against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on March 23. \"We've had one of the best IPL cycles in the last three seasons, with the highest winning percentage and some of the best players Rajasthan Royals has ever had. We had all the superstars from around the world, and it felt like a family.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cBut then, as per IPL rules, you have to let go of that family and build a new one again. So that's where we are now. We've brought in some interesting players, from a 13-year-old to a 35-year-old, creating a mix of youth and experience in the squad. Personally, I'm very excited about this challenge\u2014meeting new people, building relationships, and understanding the personalities behind the performances. That\u2019s where the real fun lies,\u201d said Samson on JioHotstar.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Asked on how his preparation work has been, Samson revealed, \u201cThe work begins long before the IPL, during the 7-10 days of preparation. I try to spend as much time as possible outside my room, talking to my players and coaches, building that camaraderie. And then, we embark on the journey together as a unit. That\u2019s where the joy of being a captain comes in.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Samson also shared valuable advice he received from Rahul Dravid, who\u2019s back to being RR head coach, in his early days, and which he now applies as the side\u2019s captain. \"As a captain, I see how he led from the front\u2014not just through his skills but off the field as well. He never missed an optional practice session when he was the captain.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Asked on how his preparation work has been, Samson revealed, \u201cThe work begins long before the IPL, during the 7-10 days of preparation. I try to spend as much time as possible outside my room, talking to my players and coaches, building that camaraderie. And then, we embark on the journey together as a unit. That\u2019s where the joy of being a captain comes in.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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