Rajasthan Royals
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Rajasthan Royals announce Kumar Sangakkara's return as head coach ahead of IPL 2026
Cricket | Nov 17, 2025, 12:03 PM ISTRajasthan Royals recently came forward and announced the return of former Sri Lanka cricketer Kumar Sangakkara as the franchise's head coach ahead of the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 season.
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Sanju Samson officially traded to Chennai Super Kings, Ravindra Jadeja back to Rajasthan Royals
Cricket | Nov 15, 2025, 10:33 AM ISTCSK traded for Sanju Samson as Dhoni’s long-term successor, sending Ravindra Jadeja back to RR after 14 years. RR also gained Sam Curran. CSK’s top order is set, but they’ll target middle order options and an all rounder, possibly Cameron Green, in the auction.
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Why did Sanju Samson agree to join Chennai Super Kings for IPL 2026, leaving RR captaincy?
Cricket | Nov 15, 2025, 08:00 AM ISTSanju Samson left RR for CSK after growing unhappy with key player releases, losing his preferred opening role, and sensing reduced value in the setup. CSK’s interest and the chance to play under MS Dhoni offered him clarity, and a fresh start.
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Nitish Rana likely to be released, RR will retain Shimron Hetmyer in IPL 2026 retention
Cricket | Nov 12, 2025, 10:05 PM ISTRajasthan Royals plan to release Nitish Rana ahead of IPL 2026 due to inconsistency and a left-heavy batting lineup. Despite a modest 2025 season, Shimron Hetmyer will be retained, with the management backing his experience and chemistry with coach Kumar Sangakkara.
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Ravindra Jadeja wants Rajasthan Royals captaincy to accept trade deal involving Sanju Samson
Cricket | Nov 12, 2025, 04:35 PM ISTRavindra Jadeja may join Rajasthan Royals in a trade involving Sanju Samson, but has demanded captaincy as a condition. RR are considering his request, while CSK plan to retain Ruturaj Gaikwad as captain and revamp their middle order for IPL 2026.
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Rajasthan Royals hit roadblock, overseas quota stalls Samson-Jadeja trade deal
Cricket | Nov 12, 2025, 07:03 AM ISTThe trade deal between Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings involving Sanju Samson, Ravindra Jadeja, and Sam Curran has been stalled due to financial and overseas quota complications with the inaugural champions.
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Do you know? Ravindra Jadeja has played for Rajasthan Royals in IPL before: Know his salary
Cricket | Nov 11, 2025, 04:40 PM ISTRavindra Jadeja is set to play for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026, even as an official announcement regarding his trade from Chennai Super Kings is still pending. But do you know that the veteran all-rounder played for Rajasthan Royals earlier in the IPL? Know what his salary was then
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What was Sanju Samson's IPL 2025 salary? How much will CSK pay him after trade?
Cricket | Nov 11, 2025, 12:25 PM ISTSanju Samson has been playing for the Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League since 2018. He was with the franchise from 2013 to 2015 as well. But his association with RR is set to end now. What was Samson's IPL 2025 salary? How much will CSK pay him after the trade? Know details
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Rajasthan Royals planning to change home venue in IPL 2026, unlikely to play in Jaipur: Report
Cricket | Nov 10, 2025, 04:14 PM ISTRajasthan Royals are in the news over Sanju Samson trade deal with Chennai Super Kings already. Meanwhile, the franchise is also reportedly set to change its home venue, Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, over the alleged dispure with Rajasthan Cricket Association.
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3 Players who can replace Sanju Samson as Rajasthan Royals captain in IPL 2026
Cricket | Nov 10, 2025, 12:40 PM ISTSanju Samson is set to be traded to the Chennai Super Kings ahead of IPL 2026 and the Rajasthan Royals will have to appoint a new captain for the next season. What are the options left with them? Who are the contenders to become next RR captain? Let's see
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Mohammad Kaif backs ace batter to lead Rajasthan Royals if Sanju Samson trade deal goes through
Cricket | Nov 10, 2025, 08:20 AM ISTFormer India cricketer Mohammad Kaif recently came forward and backed ace Rajasthan Royals batter Yashasvi Jaiswal to lead the side if Sanju Samson ends up leaving the franchise ahead of the IPL 2026 season.
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CSK, Rajasthan Royals in advanced talks for Jadeja-Samson trade ahead of IPL 2026 auction: Report
Cricket | Nov 19, 2025, 02:37 PM ISTThe Sanju Samson trade saga is gaining steam as the retention deadline nears ahead of the IPL 2026 auction. Samson, who had made up his mind to part ways with the Royals after the 2025 edition of the IPL, has been linked with a few franchises but it seems like CSK deal could materialise.
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AB de Villiers opens up on Rahul Dravid's sudden departure from Rajasthan Royals ahead of IPL 2026
Cricket | Sep 01, 2025, 12:46 PM ISTFormer South Africa cricketer AB de Villiers recently came forward and talked about Rahul Dravid's departure as the head coach of Rajasthan Royals. He gave his take on the situation and named reasons as to what could have influenced the decision.
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Rahul Dravid quits as Rajasthan Royals head coach ahead of IPL 2026
Cricket | Aug 30, 2025, 02:17 PM ISTRahul Dravid left Rajasthan Royals ahead of the IPL 2026. He joined the team in 2025, but following a poor auction and season, the team management wanted in to bring in a new head coach and offered Dravid a diferent role, but the former cricketer chose to leave.
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If Sanju Samson actually leaves RR, which IPL team is best placed to acquire wicketkeeper-batter?
Cricket | Aug 15, 2025, 10:15 PM ISTRajasthan Royals have been pretty active in the last couple of weeks or rather have been made to, by franchise skipper Sanju Samson, who wants to part ways. Samson, who took over the franchise as captain in 2021, led the side to final in 2022 and again to the playoffs in 2024.
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Sanju Samson's move to CSK ahead of IPL 2026 looks 'bleak', explains Ravi Ashwin
Cricket | Aug 14, 2025, 04:11 PM ISTSenior CSK spinner analysed that Sanju Samson's move to Chennai Super Kings ahead of IPL 2026 looks bleak as the franchise won't be able to get valuable players in return. He cited the example of Lucknow Super Giants to explain the procedure.
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Robin Uthappa opens up on reports of Sanju Samson leaving Rajasthan Royals ahead of IPL 2026
Cricket | Aug 13, 2025, 12:36 PM ISTFormer India cricketer Robin Uthappa recently came forward and talked about the reports of star batter Sanju Samson leaving Rajasthan Royals ahead of the 19th edition of the IPL (Indian Premier League).
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Sanju Samson calls his journey with Rajasthan Royals 'really great' amid move on reports
Cricket | Aug 10, 2025, 07:10 AM ISTSanju Samson has played for the Rajasthan Royals in two different stints. He was with the franchise from 2013 to 2015 before returning in 2018. He has been the captain of the franchise since 2021. Samson has reflected on his journey with the Royals.
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Three players who might replace Sanju Samson in Rajasthan Royals’ squad in IPL 2026
Cricket | Aug 08, 2025, 11:04 AM ISTWith reports of Rajasthan Royals' skipper Sanju Samson asking for his release or trade from the franchise ahead of IPL 2026, let us have a look at three potential replacements for Samson ahead of the upcoming IPL season.
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Sanju Samson formally requests Rajasthan Royals for trade or release ahead of IPL 2026: Report
Cricket | Aug 07, 2025, 06:49 PM ISTSanju Samson reportedly requested Rajasthan Royals management for a possible trade or release. He is unhappy with the batting position that was offered and is now in talks with Chennai Super Kings for a possible trade.