Rajasthan Royals Squad 2026: Official Player List & Photo
Rajasthan Royals enter IPL 2026 with renewed ambition, anchored by young captain Riyan Parag, who leads a squad meticulously assembled to challenge for the title. Built around explosive batting depth and a high-quality pace attack featuring Jofra Archer, the Royals’ roster reflects both foresight and tactical clarity heading into the tournament.
The team strikes a compelling balance between international firepower — Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja, and Sam Curran — and emerging domestic talent. Head coach Kumar Sangakkara brings elite tactical nous to the dugout. Fans can track every fixture on the IPL 2026 schedule to follow Rajasthan Royals’ campaign as Sawai Mansingh Stadium promises to be a fortress once again.
Rajasthan Royals Players
Yashasvi Jaiswal
Role: Batter Team: Rajasthan Royals
Yashasvi Jaiswal is one of India’s most exciting young openers. Known for his elegant strokeplay and ability to dominate opposition bowlers at the top of the order.
Riyan Parag
Role: Batter | Captain Team: Rajasthan Royals
Riyan Parag leads Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026. A dynamic middle-order batter and handy off-spinner, Parag brings energy and flair to every match he plays.
Shimron Hetmyer
Role: Batter Team: Rajasthan Royals
Shimron Hetmyer is a powerful West Indian left-handed batter known for his explosive hitting at the death. A match-winner capable of turning games in a few overs.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi
Role: Batter Team: Rajasthan Royals
Vaibhav Suryavanshi is a promising young Indian talent who has caught the attention of fans and selectors alike with his fearless batting approach.
Shubham Dubey
Role: Batter Team: Rajasthan Royals
Shubham Dubey is a dependable middle-order batter for Rajasthan Royals who brings composure and consistency to the batting lineup.
Brijesh Sharma
Role: Batter Team: Rajasthan Royals
Brijesh Sharma is a domestic cricket stalwart who adds depth and experience to the Rajasthan Royals batting unit in IPL 2026.
Aman Rao Perala
Role: Batter Team: Rajasthan Royals
Aman Rao Perala is an emerging batter who has earned his place in the Rajasthan Royals squad through consistent performances in domestic cricket.
Ravi Singh
Role: WK-Batter Team: Rajasthan Royals
Ravi Singh is a wicketkeeper-batter who provides solid keeping skills and contributes valuable runs in the lower-middle order for Rajasthan Royals.
Dhruv Jurel
Role: WK-Batter Team: Rajasthan Royals
Dhruv Jurel is a talented wicketkeeper-batter who has impressed in Indian domestic cricket. His sharp glovework and aggressive batting make him a vital squad member.
Donovan Ferreira
Role: WK-Batter Team: Rajasthan Royals
Donovan Ferreira is a South African wicketkeeper-batter known for his hard-hitting batting and efficient keeping behind the stumps in T20 cricket.
Lhuan-dre Pretorius
Role: WK-Batter Team: Rajasthan Royals
Lhuan-dre Pretorius is a South African wicketkeeper-batter who brings international T20 experience and athleticism to the Rajasthan Royals squad in IPL 2026.
Ravindra Jadeja
Role: All Rounder Team: Rajasthan Royals
Ravindra Jadeja is one of India’s finest all-rounders. A devastating lower-order batter, brilliant left-arm spinner and exceptional fielder who transforms the complexion of any match.
Sam Curran
Role: All Rounder Team: Rajasthan Royals
Sam Curran is an English all-rounder celebrated for his smart left-arm pace bowling and hard-hitting lower-order batting. A proven match-winner in T20 cricket globally.
Yudhvir Charak
Role: All Rounder Team: Rajasthan Royals
Yudhvir Charak is an exciting Indian all-rounder who contributes with both bat and ball. His energetic performances in domestic cricket earned him a place in the Royals squad.
Jofra Archer
Role: Bowler Team: Rajasthan Royals
Jofra Archer is one of the most feared fast bowlers in world cricket. His raw pace, lethal bouncer and ability to bowl yorkers at will make him a match-winning threat in IPL 2026.
Ravi Bishnoi
Role: Bowler Team: Rajasthan Royals
Ravi Bishnoi is a crafty leg-spinner who has established himself as one of India’s top T20 bowlers. His googly and variations trouble batters at every level of the game.
Sandeep Sharma
Role: Bowler Team: Rajasthan Royals
Sandeep Sharma is an experienced Indian seamer renowned for his ability to swing the ball in the powerplay. His accuracy and movement make him effective in all conditions.
Tushar Deshpande
Role: Bowler Team: Rajasthan Royals
Tushar Deshpande is a right-arm fast bowler known for his ability to bowl toe-crushing yorkers and generate good pace. A dangerous wicket-taker in T20 cricket.
Nandre Burger
Role: Bowler Team: Rajasthan Royals
Nandre Burger is a South African left-arm pacer who generates sharp movement and pace. His ability to trouble right-handed batters with away swing is a key weapon for the Royals.
Kwena Maphaka
Role: Bowler Team: Rajasthan Royals
Kwena Maphaka is a highly rated young South African fast bowler with an impressive ability to generate pace and extract bounce. One of the most exciting bowling prospects in IPL 2026.
Adam Milne
Role: Bowler Team: Rajasthan Royals
Adam Milne is a New Zealand fast bowler renowned for his express pace and ability to take wickets in crucial moments. His raw speed adds firepower to the Rajasthan Royals attack.
Kuldeep Sen
Role: Bowler Team: Rajasthan Royals
Kuldeep Sen is a right-arm fast-medium bowler from Madhya Pradesh who has impressed with his ability to swing the ball and hit the pitch hard at high pace.
Vignesh Puthur
Role: Bowler Team: Rajasthan Royals
Vignesh Puthur is a left-arm spinner from Kerala who uses flight and drift cleverly to deceive batters. His domestic performances earned him a well-deserved IPL 2026 contract.
Sushant Mishra
Role: Bowler Team: Rajasthan Royals
Sushant Mishra is a talented young Indian pacer who bowls with good pace and accuracy. His ability to hit the hard lengths consistently makes him a reliable option for the Royals.
Yash Raj Punja
Role: Bowler Team: Rajasthan Royals
Yash Raj Punja is a left-arm pacer who has made his mark in domestic cricket with his ability to swing the ball and trouble right-handed batters with his natural angle.