There is big news coming out regarding the captaincy of Rajasthan Royals for IPL 2026. The team’s former captain Sanju Samson has been traded to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ahead of this season. As a result, Rajasthan needed to appoint a new captain.
In the race for captaincy were experienced all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, young opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal, and dependable team player Riyan Parag.
However, according to recent media reports, Riyan Parag is likely to take over the captaincy of Rajasthan Royals. An official announcement from the franchise is expected today, Friday.
It is worth noting that during the previous IPL season, when Sanju Samson was injured, Riyan Parag led the team in a few matches. His strategy and leadership skills in those games impressed the team management. This is why the management now appears ready to place its trust in Parag as the full-time captain.
If this decision is officially confirmed, it will mark a major milestone in Riyan Parag’s career and a new chapter for Rajasthan Royals.
