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Rajasthan Royals may appoint Ravindra Jadeja as captain for IPL 2026 after trading Sanju Samson to Chennai Super Kings. Jadeja’s experience, past association with RR, and leadership qualities make him a strong contender. Young talents like Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, and Yashasvi Jaiswal are also in consideration.
Rajasthan Royals Tease Fans with Jadeja ‘Thalapathi’ Post
New Delhi: Ahead of IPL 2026, Rajasthan Royals made a major decision when they traded team captain Sanju Samson to Chennai Super Kings. In exchange, Rajasthan included experienced all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and England's Sam Curran. With Sanju's departure, the biggest question now is who will take over the captaincy of Rajasthan.
Rian Parag was appointed vice-captain under Sanju Samson's captaincy in the 2025 season. Riyan led the team in some matches when Sanju was unfit, making him a contender for the captaincy. Among the young players, Dhruv Jurel and Yashasvi Jaiswal are also being discussed as future leaders.
🔜 Thalapathy 🔥 pic.twitter.com/xPPX5z3Sco
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) January 4, 2026
Rajasthan Royals recently shared a photo of Jadeja on social media with the caption: "Soon Thalapathy." Thalapathy means leader or commander in Tamil. This post has sparked discussion among fans about whether Jadeja could be given new responsibilities in the team. However, the franchise has not yet made any official announcement regarding the captaincy.
Ravindra Jadeja is not only a senior player but also has extensive experience in the Indian team and the IPL. His ability to handle pressure in big matches makes him a suitable captain. Jadeja also has a long-standing association with the Rajasthan Royals. He was part of Rajasthan Royals' first IPL title in 2008 and was also part of the team in 2009.
The combination of experienced Jadeja and young players could strengthen Rajasthan Royals in the 2026 season. The captaincy decision is expected to be announced soon, which will be important for both the team and fans.
