Overview
- Rajasthan Royals revamped their roster with Ravindra Jadeja, Sam Curran and Ravi Bishnoi, creating deep pace and spin options after the IPL 2026 mini-auction.
- Robin Uthappa said the role is most likely between Riyan Parag and Ravindra Jadeja, adding that Yashasvi Jaiswal may have to wait.
- Anil Kumble highlighted Dhruv Jurel as the closest personality match to Sanju Samson and a credible captaincy candidate.
- Kumble and head coach Kumar Sangakkara urged management to confirm and communicate the captain before the season to provide clarity.
- Fitness of key players, particularly Jofra Archer, was cited as an important variable for the start of the campaign.