Zaheer Khan, the former Indian cricketer, has voiced his concerns regarding Sanju Samson's performance after his much-anticipated move to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for the IPL 2026 season. Following a stellar showing at the T20 World Cup, expectations soared for Samson, who has struggled to replicate that form, managing only 13 runs in his first two matches. Khan remarked that the pressure is mounting on CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, especially with injuries to key players like MS Dhoni, Nathan Ellis, and Dewald Brevis. He noted that the team is experiencing a transitional phase, making it difficult to fill the leadership void left by Dhoni. Khan believes that if Samson finds his form and players like Shivam Dube and Ayush Mhatre step up, CSK could turn their season around. However, the current challenges pose a significant test for Gaikwad as he leads a franchise with a rich history.