News for 'Rajasthan Royals'

Not Iyer? Ravi Shastri backs Sanju Samson for T20I Captaincy

Not Iyer? Ravi Shastri backs Sanju Samson for T20I Captaincy

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Former Indian coach Ravi Shastri believes Sanju Samson is a strong contender for the national side's T20I captaincy, citing his IPL experience and improved consistency.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi To Be Picked For Ireland Tour?

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi To Be Picked For Ireland Tour?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

15-year-old IPL sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could become the nation's youngest international player with a potential call-up for the Ireland tour.

I want to score 200 in T20s. I want to break Gayle's record: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

I want to score 200 in T20s. I want to break Gayle's record: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has set his sights on rewriting T20 history, saying he wants to score the format's first-ever double century and break Chris Gayle's record highest score of 175 not out.

Axar Patel Penalised For Delhi Capitals' Slow Over Rate

Axar Patel Penalised For Delhi Capitals' Slow Over Rate

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel has been fined Rs 12 lakh after his team maintained a slow over rate in their win against Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League.

Kiran More sees shades of Sachin Tendulkar in Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Kiran More sees shades of Sachin Tendulkar in Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Former India chief selector Kiran More compared Rajasthan Royals teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to a young Sachin Tendulkar, calling the 15-year-old batting sensation a special talent destined to bring great glory to Indian cricket.

IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Dragged Into Child Labour Row

IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Dragged Into Child Labour Row

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A Karnataka-based activist's threat to file a 'child labour' complaint against the Rajasthan Royals for fielding 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the IPL has ignited a debate on nurturing young talent versus perceived exploitation, drawing widespread disbelief and criticism.

IPL 2026: Who Needs B'day Cake? Sooryavanshi Smashes IPL Fifty Instead

IPL 2026: Who Needs B'day Cake? Sooryavanshi Smashes IPL Fifty Instead

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the Rajasthan Royals' young talent, celebrated his 15th birthday by smashing the second-fastest fifty in the team's IPL history, leading them to a dominant victory over Chennai Super Kings.

'He should definitely play Tests': Pujara on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

'He should definitely play Tests': Pujara on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Cheteshwar Pujara says teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should aim for Test cricket despite his explosive IPL success with Rajasthan Royals.

IPL 2026: Why is Shubman Gill missing GT vs RR clash?

IPL 2026: Why is Shubman Gill missing GT vs RR clash?

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals won the toss and chose to bat first against Gujarat Titans in their IPL 2026 clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.

Shane Bond: 'Bowlers Must Innovate To Survive In T20s'

Shane Bond: 'Bowlers Must Innovate To Survive In T20s'

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Former New Zealand pacer Shane Bond believes bowlers must evolve and innovate to keep pace with increasingly aggressive batting in T20 cricket.

Mumbai Indians sign Keshav Maharaj as Santner's replacement

Mumbai Indians sign Keshav Maharaj as Santner's replacement

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

South African spinner Keshav Maharaj has been signed by Mumbai Indians as a replacement for New Zealand's Mitchell Santner, who sustained a shoulder injury during a match against Chennai Super Kings.

IPL 2026: 'Is he AI?' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi shocks cricket world

IPL 2026: 'Is he AI?' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi shocks cricket world

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

The extraordinary performance of 15-year-old cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has sparked speculation about whether his talent is natural or aided by artificial intelligence.

RCB Heavy Favourites Against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Final

RCB Heavy Favourites Against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Final

Rediff.com7 days ago

In a fascinating battle of ideologies, the well-balanced and bold Royal Challengers Bengaluru will have to subdue a phlegmatic Gujarat Titans to lift their second consecutive IPL title.

IPL Eliminator: Cricket world hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after blitzkrieg knock vs SRH

IPL Eliminator: Cricket world hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after blitzkrieg knock vs SRH

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The whirlwind knock drew wide admiration, with batting legend Sachin Tendulkar lauding his fluent bat swing and describing the innings as "spectacular", underlining the growing stature of a youngster fast becoming the face of fearless modern T20 batting.

Big blow for Rajasthan Royals as Adam Zampa withdraws from IPL

Big blow for Rajasthan Royals as Adam Zampa withdraws from IPL

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

Rajasthan Royals were on Thursday dealt a big blow when leg-spinner Adam Zampa pulled out of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) citing personal reasons.

IPL 2026: Poor run? Riyan Parag still has coach's full backing

IPL 2026: Poor run? Riyan Parag still has coach's full backing

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals batting coach Vikram Rathour expresses confidence in skipper Riyan Parag's ability to overcome his current lean patch in the IPL 2024 season.

15-YO Sooryavanshi Beats Gill, Sudharsan, Kohli to Orange Cap

15-YO Sooryavanshi Beats Gill, Sudharsan, Kohli to Orange Cap

Rediff.com6 days ago

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's incredible IPL 2026 campaign ended with another historic achievement as the 15-year-old became the youngest player ever to win the Orange Cap.

IPL 2026, RCB vs MI: Can Royal Challengers batters snap two-match losing run vs Mumbai Indians?

IPL 2026, RCB vs MI: Can Royal Challengers batters snap two-match losing run vs Mumbai Indians?

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be looking to improve their batting performance and end their two-match losing streak when they face Mumbai Indians. RCB's batting lineup needs to regain its form to secure a spot in the IPL playoffs.

'Chetta' Sanju Samson arrives in Chennai ahead of IPL 2026

'Chetta' Sanju Samson arrives in Chennai ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Indian batter Sanju Samson arrived in Chennai ahead of the 19th season of the Indian Premier League, on Thursday.

IPL 2026: LSG vs RR: Pant blunder sparks LSG collapse in heavy loss to RR

IPL 2026: LSG vs RR: Pant blunder sparks LSG collapse in heavy loss to RR

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Lucknow Super Giants wasted a strong bowling effort as a batting collapse handed them a 40-run defeat against Rajasthan Royals.

Kohli-Anushka Celebrate IPL Win With The Birlas

Kohli-Anushka Celebrate IPL Win With The Birlas

Rediff.com5 days ago

Virat Kohli and wife Anushka Sharma celebrated Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL 2026 title triumph with the team's new owners Kumar Mangalam Birla and his family.

Has The Dalai Lama Joined The Rajasthan Royals?

Has The Dalai Lama Joined The Rajasthan Royals?

Rediff.com18 May 2023

The Rajasthan Royals team met His Holiness the Dalai Lama in Dharamsala.

It's official! Rahul Dravid joins Rajasthan Royals on multi-year contract

It's official! Rahul Dravid joins Rajasthan Royals on multi-year contract

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Former Rajasthan Royals' captain and coach Rahul Dravid spent five seasons with the franchise from 2011 to 2015.

IPL 2026: Sanju Samson fails again for CSK!

IPL 2026: Sanju Samson fails again for CSK!

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Playing his first game in front of his home fans at the M A Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, Samson again disappointed with the bat as he was dismissed after scoring just seven.

Rajasthan Royals Want To Take Over Yorkshire

Rajasthan Royals Want To Take Over Yorkshire

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Rajasthan Royals have offered Yorkshire around 25 million pounds (Rs 260 crore/Rs 2.6 billion) to take complete control of the county club.

Jadeja Lauds 'Fearless' Sooryavanshi's Rare Talent After CSK Rout

Jadeja Lauds 'Fearless' Sooryavanshi's Rare Talent After CSK Rout

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Ravindra Jadeja praises Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fearless batting after his 15-ball fifty powered Rajasthan Royals to a dominant IPL 2026 win over CSK.

PIX: Gujarat Titans hand Rajasthan Royals first defeat

PIX: Gujarat Titans hand Rajasthan Royals first defeat

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Images from the IPL match between Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans in Jaipur on Wednesday.

'This was a clean win': Gill delighted after GT's all-round show

'This was a clean win': Gill delighted after GT's all-round show

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Shubman Gill's remarkable 84, achieved despite an ankle injury, propelled Gujarat Titans to a dominant victory over Rajasthan Royals in the IPL, complemented by Rashid Khan's stellar bowling.

IPL 2026, GT vs PBKS: Punjab Kings have task cut out against Gujarat Titans

IPL 2026, GT vs PBKS: Punjab Kings have task cut out against Gujarat Titans

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Punjab Kings will aim to recover from their first defeat of the season when they face Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League. Gujarat Titans, on a two-game winning streak, will be looking to continue their momentum.

GT finisher Miller could also miss Rajasthan Royals tie

GT finisher Miller could also miss Rajasthan Royals tie

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

The 2022 champions and last year's runners-up GT lost to Punjab Kings by three wickets and Lucknow Super Giants by 33 runs in their last two matches, and Miller's firepower was sorely missed at the back-10.

Gujarat Titans a 'destructive bowling side with many apex predators'

Gujarat Titans a 'destructive bowling side with many apex predators'

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Gujarat Titans' batting coach Matthew Hayden believes the team has a destructive bowling attack and top-order batsmen, contributing to their recent success in the Indian Premier League.

IPL 2026: How Riyan Parag turned hate into success

IPL 2026: How Riyan Parag turned hate into success

Rediff.com26 May 2026

Riyan Parag has repaid the immense faith placed on him by Rajasthan Royals in his first full season as captain with a last minute play-off berth in the Indian Premier League.

Rayudu decodes KL Rahul's aggressive shift after DC's record chase

Rayudu decodes KL Rahul's aggressive shift after DC's record chase

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Ambati Rayudu praises KL Rahul's aggressive mindset and improved strike rate in IPL 2026 as Delhi Capitals complete a record 226-run chase against Rajasthan Royals.

T20 Mumbai League: 'A Team That Plays Smart Cricket, Fights Till The End'

T20 Mumbai League: 'A Team That Plays Smart Cricket, Fights Till The End'

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Tushar Deshpande and Siddhesh Lad will lead defending champions MSC Maratha Royals into the new T20 Mumbai League season, with mentor Abhishek Nayar helping shape a balanced squad built on experience and young talent.

IPL 2026: Allan Border rings bell at Eden Gardens ahead of KKR vs RR game

IPL 2026: Allan Border rings bell at Eden Gardens ahead of KKR vs RR game

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Former Australia captain Allan Border rang the iconic Eden Gardens bell ahead of Match No. 28 of the Indian Premier League 2026 between Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals in Kolkata on April 19, 2026.

IPL 2025: KKR, Rajasthan Royals aim to bounce back after rough start

IPL 2025: KKR, Rajasthan Royals aim to bounce back after rough start

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

The common theme in their opening game defeats was how the seemingly powerful batting and bowling units of KKR and RR failed to fire.

Gujarat Titans players evacuated from team bus after mid-road breakdown

Gujarat Titans players evacuated from team bus after mid-road breakdown

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Gujarat Titans team and support staff were evacuated from their bus after a short circuit caused a breakdown following their IPL final loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

IPL 2026: Dream Debuts! Hinge, Hussain Power SRH to 57-Run Win

IPL 2026: Dream Debuts! Hinge, Hussain Power SRH to 57-Run Win

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Debutant Praful Hinge scripts IPL history with three wickets in the first over as Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by 57 runs; Ishan Kishan stars with a blazing 91.

Shubman Gill fires warning to RCB before IPL 2026 final

Shubman Gill fires warning to RCB before IPL 2026 final

Rediff.com7 days ago

Shubman Gill discusses Gujarat Titans' strategy for the IPL final, emphasising the importance of home advantage and mental fortitude.

Sooryavanshi more than ready to play for India, says RR head coach Sangakkara

Sooryavanshi more than ready to play for India, says RR head coach Sangakkara

Rediff.com7 days ago

Kumar Sangakkara believes 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is ready to play for India after his sensational batting performances in IPL 2026.