Rajasthan, Mar 27 : Rajasthan Royals (RR) continue to be one of the most recognised franchises in the Indian Premier League, entering their 17th season with renewed ambitions. Over the years, the team has made two final appearances and reached the playoffs on six occasions, underlining its competitive legacy.
Ahead of IPL 2026, RR have undergone significant squad changes, making key transfers to strengthen both their batting and bowling departments. Star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has joined the franchise from Chennai Super Kings, while England’s Sam Curran has also switched sides to bolster the squad. In another notable move, wicketkeeper batter Sanju Samson has parted ways with RR to join CSK.
The Royals have further reinforced their lineup with the return of Donovan Ferreira from Delhi Capitals, adding depth to their middle order. With Riyan Parag taking over the captaincy, the team is entering a new phase focused on youth and versatility.
The squad features a mix of experienced international players and promising domestic talent. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shimron Hetmyer will be key figures in the batting unit, while bowlers like Jofra Archer, Ravi Bishnoi, and Sandeep Sharma are expected to lead the attack.
Rajasthan Royals Squad for IPL 2026:
Riyan Parag (captain), Dhruv Jurel, Donovan Ferreira, Lhuan-Dre Pretorius, Ravi Singh, Aman Perala, Shimron Hetmyer, Shubham Dubey, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja, Sam Curran, Adam Milne, Brijesh Sharma, Jofra Archer, Kuldeep Sen, Kwena Maphaka, Nandre Burger, Ravi Bishnoi, Sandeep Sharma.
With a balanced combination of youth and experience, Rajasthan Royals will look to convert their squad strength into a strong title challenge in the upcoming season.