NEW DELHI: Rajasthan Royals have named Riyan Parag as captain for their first three IPL matches. Sanju Samson will play as a batter only.
Parag Steps Up As Captain
Samson is recovering from a finger injury. He has not received clearance for wicketkeeping and fielding yet.
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Rajasthan Royals confirmed that Samson will resume captaincy once fully fit. Despite his injury, Samson will remain a key batter for the team.
Samson had surgery after injuring his finger during Indiaโs T20I series against England in February. He missed the remainder of the series due to the injury.
Riyan Paragโs leadership experience with Assam in domestic cricket played a key role in the Royalsโ decision. Parag has been part of the Royals setup for several years and understands the teamโs strategies well.
Rajasthan Royals will play Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 23 in their first match. Their next two games are against Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings on March 26 and March 30, respectively.
The first two games will be in Guwahati at the ACA Stadium. The rest of the home matches will be at Jaipurโs Sawai Mansingh Stadium.
The Royals are hopeful Parag will guide them well in the opening games. With Samson focusing solely on his batting role, Rajasthan Royals expect him to deliver impactful performances with the bat.
Rajasthan Royals are eager to improve on their performance from last season. They reached the playoffs but lost to Sunrisers Hyderabad in the eliminator. This year, they aim to start strong and maintain momentum throughout the tournament.
Sanju Samson has been a vital part of the Royals for years. His presence as a batter will still strengthen the team in the initial phase of IPL 2025. Fans will be eager to see him back in his full captaincy role once fit.
The Royalsโ decision to trust Riyan Parag shows faith in his leadership skills. The young batterโs understanding of team dynamics makes him a strong choice for the captaincy role.
Rajasthan Royals fans will be eager to see how Riyan Parag leads the team in Samsonโs absence. The team aims to start IPL 2025 with strong performances and make a solid bid for the title.
