Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming has publicly supported opening batter Sanju Samson, who has faced criticism for his lackluster performance in the initial matches of the IPL 2026 season. After transferring from the Rajasthan Royals, expectations were high for Samson, especially following his success as Player of the Tournament in the 2026 T20 World Cup. However, he has only managed scores of 6 and 7 in his first two games. Fleming emphasized that T20 cricket can be unpredictable and that Samson is training well, stating, 'He is not going to score every time... two innings don't define an area of concern.' Historically, Samson has struggled at the Chepauk ground, averaging 11 over six innings. With six matches remaining in the season, CSK hopes for a turnaround as they prepare to face the defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, on Sunday.