IPL 2025: In a significant boost to the Rajasthan Royals' prospects, Sanju Samson is set to make a comeback as RRskipper after receiving clearance from the National Cricket Academy (NCA) to keep wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.

Samson had to undergo surgery on his right index finger that he suffered when he was hit by a ball from England pacer Jofra Archer during India's T20I series in February.

He had played in the first three games for Rajasthan Royals only as a specialist batter with Riyan Parag leading the side.

While Samson was substituted in during RR's season-opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad, he was substituted out in the contests against Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders, scoring 66, 13 and 20 runs.

"Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson has received clearance from the National Cricket Academy (NCA) to resume wicketkeeping duties following a period of recovery," Rajasthan Royals said in a release as per news agency PTI.

"The clearance comes after a thorough assessment of his fitness by the NCA medical team. With this positive development, Samson will return to his full leadership role and resume captaincy from the team's next match against the Punjab Kings."

Rajasthan Royals are currently placed second last in the points table with one win and two defeats in three matches.

The champions of the inaugural edition in 2008, Rajasthan Royals will take on Punjab Kings in Mullanpur in their next match on April 5.

The Rajasthan have been inconsistent in their campaign so far in IPL 2025, having lost matches against Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders in their opening two fixtures. However, they get back on track with a win against Chennai Super Kings in their last game.