IPL 2026: Why Has Yashasvi Jaiswal Replaced Riyan Parag as Captain in RR vs GT?
Yashasvi Jaiswal took over as Rajasthan Royals captain and chose to bowl after Riyan Parag was ruled out with a hamstring injury.
- On Saturday, May 9, 2026, Yashasvi Jaiswal made his Indian Premier League captaincy debut for Rajasthan Royals against Gujarat Titans at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, with regular skipper Riyan Parag sidelined.
- Parag reportedly pulled his hamstring while fielding during the Royals' previous match against Delhi Capitals; Jaiswal confirmed at the toss that the skipper will return soon.
- Jaiswal won the toss and elected to bowl first, recalling Shimron Hetmyer and Yash Raj Punja to the playing XI while excluding Nandre Burger and Ravi Bishnoi.
- Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill also preferred to bowl, entering the 11th match of the IPL season on a three-game winning streak.
- At just 24, Jaiswal became one of the youngest captains in franchise history, with RR holding 12 points as they chase a playoff spot against the surging Titans.
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In a significant change of leadership for the hosts, opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal stepped out for RR vs GT IPL 2026 toss. Know why Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag is not playing RR vs GT match here. 🏏 Why is Riyan Parag Not Playing in RR vs GT IPL 2026 Match?.
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