Speculations about India star Sanju Samson's future continue to circle before the IPL 2026 retention deadline. The 30-year-old was part of India's Asia Cup winning squad and will fly to Australia for the 5-match T20I series against Australia. Samson's future at Rajasthan Royals is uncertain and he was recently spotted with RCB's throw down expert. Sanju Samson prepares for IND vs AUS T20Is with RCB trainer With 5 T20is against Australia looming on the horizon, Sanju Samson has shifted into T20I mode. The Rajasthan Royals skipper played for Kerala in their Ranji Trophy 2025 season opener, hitting a half-century. He has since joined RCB's throwdown specialist Gabriel for a session. The photo has since gone viral, associating Samson with a move to RCB. Having Sanju, Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar all in the same XI would be a big deal, but no movement seems to have been made with the Kerala star in that direction. Also Read: Did Starc Just Bowl the Fastest Ball in History? 176.5 kmph Delivery Stuns Fans Players tend to practice with experts from other teams while not playing for the IPL. Indeed, prior to returning for the IND vs AUS series, Virat Kohli spent time practicing in the presence of Naeem Amin in London. Sanju has settled into his new position nicely, having been demoted to the middle order by the return of Shubman Gill. Yet, it is early days and the Kerala ace is getting himself ready for the rigors to come. The IND vs AUS T20Is will be a different test, with grounds to provide more pace and bounce than what was available at the Asia Cup 2025. For his IPL future, it is also going to be a close call. With a reported retention deadline of November 15, there is a choice Rajasthan Royals need to make regarding their captain. The team inquired about a trade but no suitable offer emerged. He can also be released into the auction pool if RR decides to sell. The team are doing a complete overhaul in changes post season, with in-depth backroom staff changes.