Rajasthan Royals are one of the most iconic franchises in Indian Premier League history. The inaugural IPL champions in 2008, RR set the benchmark for smart scouting and youth-driven success under Shane Warne’s leadership. RR were champions of the inaugural IPL season in 2008, setting the league’s early success in motion.
Over the years, the Royals have reached the playoffs multiple times, including a runners-up finish in 2022 and a third-place finish in 2024, proving their consistency in the modern IPL era. As IPL 2026 approaches, Rajasthan Royals look to build on a strong core featuring proven Indian stars and impactful overseas players. This article offers a detailed overview of the Rajasthan Royals IPL Team 2026.
Rajasthan Royals Owners
The RPSG Group owns the Rajasthan Royals franchise, led by Sanju Rajan Paul and Manoj Badale. The group purchased the team during the IPL’s inaugural season in 2008. The franchise is valued at around $700–750 million as of 2026, making it one of the most financially strong IPL teams.
The owners focus on promoting young talent while keeping a balanced team of experienced international players and promising Indian prospects in the IPL. The RPSG Group invests in player development and grassroots cricket to support emerging talent. Their innovative management strategies improve team performance and enhance fan engagement.
RR Squad For IPL 2026
This table lists the complete Rajasthan Royals squad for IPL 2026, highlighting their batters, bowlers, all-rounders, and wicketkeepers as the franchise prepares for another competitive IPL season.
| Category | Players |
|---|---|
| Batters | Aman Rao, Shubham Dubey, Shimron Hetmyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, Ravi Singh, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi |
| Wicketkeepers | Dhruv Jurel, Lhuan-dre Pretorius |
| All-rounders | Sam Curran, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja |
| Bowlers | Jofra Archer, Brijesh Sharma, Nandre Burger, Tushar Deshpande, Kwena Maphaka, Adam Milne, Sushant Mishra, Vignesh Puthur, Ravi Bishnoi, Sandeep Sharma, Kuldeep Sen, Yash Raj Punja, Yudhvir Singh |
Key Players For RR Ahead Of IPL 2026
| Player | Verified Supporting Stats |
|---|---|
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Scored 2,166 IPL runs with 2 centuries, strike rate ~152.86, highest score 124. |
| Riyan Parag | In IPL 2025, scored 393 runs at a strike rate of ~166.53. |
| Shimron Hetmyer | In IPL 2025, scored 239 runs with a strike rate of ~145.73. |
| Dhruv Jurel | Career IPL runs 680 with a strike rate of ~153.85; 333 runs in 2025 at SR ~156.34. |
| Sam Curran | Confirmed RR squad member for 2026; all-rounder listed in auction categories. |
| Ravindra Jadeja | Confirmed RR squad member for 2026; veteran all-rounder retained. |
| Jofra Archer | Signed by RR for INR 12.50 crore ahead of IPL 2025; known for strike bowling history (20 wickets in IPL 2020 season). |
| Ravi Bishnoi | Acquired by RR at the 2026 auction; experienced T20 leg-spinner with previous IPL involvement. |
| Sandeep Sharma | Took 114 IPL wickets in his career across 104 matches, average ~26.33. |
| Tushar Deshpande | RR bowler in 2026 squad; impact Indian seamer with noted IPL “Impact Player” history (breakthrough season in 2023) |
RR IPL Standings Every Year
| Year | League Standing | Final Standing |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1st | Champions |
| 2009 | 6th | League Stage |
| 2010 | 7th | League Stage |
| 2011 | 6th | League Stage |
| 2012 | 7th | League Stage |
| 2013 | 3rd | Playoffs |
| 2014 | 5th | League Stage |
| 2015 | 4th | Playoffs |
| 2016 | — | Did not participate |
| 2017 | — | Did not participate |
| 2018 | 4th | Playoffs |
| 2019 | 7th | League Stage |
| 2020 | 8th | League Stage |
| 2021 | 7th | League Stage |
| 2022 | 2nd | Runners-up |
| 2023 | 5th | League Stage |
| 2024 | 3rd | Playoffs |
| 2025 | 9th | League Stage |
Rajasthan Royals: Team Records
Most Runs For RR
| Player Name | Matches | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanju Samson | 155 | 4219 | 31.96 | 140.53 | 119 |
| Ajinkya Rahane | 106 | 3098 | 35.60 | 122.30 | 105* |
| Jos Buttler | 83 | 3055 | 41.84 | 147.79 | 124 |
| Shane Watson | 84 | 2474 | 35.85 | 140.16 | 104* |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 67 | 2166 | 34.38 | 152.85 | 124 |
Most Wickets For RR
| Player Name | Matches | Wickets | Average | BBL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shane Watson | 84 | 67 | 27.83 | 3/10 |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | 46 | 66 | 22.80 | 5/40 |
| Siddharth Trivedi | 76 | 65 | 29.29 | 4/25 |
| Shane Warne | 56 | 58 | 25.36 | 4/21 |
| Jofra Archer | 47 | 57 | 24.77 | 3/15 |
Highest Team Totals of RR
| Date | Total | Opposition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Mar 2025 | 242/6 | SRH | Hyderabad |
| 27 Sep 2020 | 226/6 | Kings XI | Sharjah |
| 16 Apr 2024 | 224/8 | KKR | Eden Gardens |
| 3 Apr 2010 | 223/5 | CSK | Chennai |
| 22 Apr 2022 | 222/2 | DC | Wankhede |
Rajasthan Royals: Key Stats and Records
- Rajasthan Royals won the inaugural IPL title in 2008 under the captaincy of Shane Warne.
- RR’s highest team total in T20s is 242/6, scored against Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2025.
- The franchise recorded its lowest total of 58 all out versus Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2009.
- Sanju Samson is the highest run-scorer for Rajasthan Royals in T20 cricket.
- Shane Watson holds the record for the most wickets for RR in T20s.
- Jos Buttler’s 124 remains the highest individual score for Rajasthan Royals. Jos Buttler also has the most centuries for RR in the IPL, highlighting his impact at the top.
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Rajasthan Royals IPL Journey
Rajasthan Royals began their IPL journey by winning the inaugural 2008 season, led by Shane Warne, with 11 wins in 16 matches. After finishing as runners-up in 2013, RR qualified for the playoffs again in 2015, finishing fourth. The franchise returned strongly in 2022, finishing second in the league stage and reaching the final, where they lost to Gujarat Titans.
Sanju Samson is Rajasthan Royals’ all-time leading run-scorer in the IPL with 4,027 runs for the franchise. Shane Watson is RR’s highest wicket-taker in T20s/IPL with 67 wickets for the team across all competitions. Rajasthan Royals qualified for the 2024 IPL playoffs, finishing third in the league standings. In IPL 2025, Rajasthan Royals finished ninth in the league stage with four wins from 14 matches, falling well short of the playoffs.
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