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Riyan Parag Named Rajasthan Royals Captain Ahead of IPL 2026
Riyan Parag takes full-time captaincy after leading eight matches last season, boasting 573 runs in 2024 and aiming to guide Rajasthan Royals to their second IPL title.
- Ahead of IPL 2026, Rajasthan Royals announced Riyan Parag as their captain for the season starting March 26.
- Having played every match in the last two seasons, Parag led in eight games last year and scored 1,566 runs overall, demonstrating recent form and experience.
- With the mega auction concluded, Parag will lead a fresh batch of players including Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer and Yashasvi Jaiswal as Royals aim for their second IPL trophy.
- Parag's promotion reflects his growth as a match-winner despite Royals winning only two games, and after a call from Manoj and Sanga, he focused on what to change next.
- Looking to the season, Parag's track record includes an average of 38.57 and a career-best 95 at Eden Gardens, underlining his leadership potential.
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