Rajasthan Royals
RR · Est. 2008 · “Halla Bol”
1 IPL Title
2008
Key Players
Sanju Samson
Wicketkeeper-Batter / Captain
Yashasvi Jaiswal
Opening Batter
Jos Buttler
Opening Batter
Yuzvendra Chahal
Leg Spinner
Trent Boult
Fast Bowler
Shimron Hetmyer
Middle-order Batter
Strengths
- ✓Yashasvi Jaiswal — one of the most explosive young openers in world cricket
- ✓Jos Buttler and Sanju Samson form a devastating top 3
- ✓Yuzvendra Chahal is the IPL's all-time leading wicket-taker
- ✓Kumar Sangakkara's strategic coaching adds tactical depth
Weaknesses
- ✗Indian fast bowling depth is limited
- ✗Middle-order batting can collapse under pressure
- ✗Inconsistent death bowling outside of Boult
- ✗Away from Jaipur, their record has been middling
IPL 2026 Season Outlook
Rajasthan Royals have assembled a squad built around explosive batting and clever spin. With Jaiswal, Buttler, and Samson in the top order, RR can chase any target. The concern is their bowling depth — if Boult and Chahal fire, RR will be tough to beat. Sangakkara's coaching could be the edge they need to win a second title.
IPL 2026 Auction Summary
Total Auction Spend
₹86.3 Cr
Purse Remaining
₹13.7 Cr
Franchise History
Rajasthan Royals were the inaugural IPL champions in 2008, winning under Shane Warne's legendary captaincy as underdogs. The franchise has since focused on nurturing young Indian talent like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sanju Samson. Under head coach Kumar Sangakkara, RR have become a data-driven franchise with a keen eye for unearthing gems. They continue to chase their second title with an exciting brand of cricket.
Founded
2008
IPL Debut
2008
Titles
1
Owner
Manoj Badale & Emerging Media