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Sanju Samson to Miss RCB Fixture as Recovery from Side Strain Continues

Rajasthan Royals confirm their captain will remain in Jaipur under medical supervision, with Riyan Parag leading the team in his absence.

Sanju Samson and Vaibhav Suryavanshi in the RR dugout.
IPL 2025: Sanju Samson will not travel to Bengaluru for RCB vs RR
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Overview

  • Sanju Samson, recovering from a side strain sustained on April 16 against Delhi Capitals, will miss the April 24 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
  • The Rajasthan Royals captain remains at the team’s home base in Jaipur, monitored by select medical staff, with no fixed return date announced.
  • Riyan Parag will continue as interim captain, having previously led the team in Samson's absence during their four-game losing streak.
  • Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the 14-year-old debutant, will retain his opening role alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal as the Royals seek to improve their batting performances.
  • Currently eighth in the IPL standings, the Royals are under pressure to end their winless run and revive their 2025 campaign without their second-highest run-scorer.