5 Players Rajasthan Royals Might Trade Or Release Before IPL 2026 Auction: Sanju Samson, Shimron Hetmyer And...
After a disappointing IPL 2025 season, where Rajasthan Royals (RR) finished ninth with 8 points from 14 matches and failed to qualify for the playoffs, skipper Sanju Samson decided to part ways with the franchise due to reported tensions with management. Samson has told Rajasthan Royals that he wants to be released and the Rajasthan-based franchise have been involved in negotiations with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to trade Indian wicketkeeper-batter ahead of the IPL 2026 auction. In return, RR have asked for star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and one more player from CSK and both franchises are seriously pursuing the trade.
Not only Sanju, the inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals are likely to release several under-performing players before the IPL 2026 auction and buy some impactful performers.
Here's list of players Rajasthan Royals might release before the IPL 2026 auction:
Nov 09, 2025, 18:08 PM IST
4 Players Rajasthan Royals Might Release Before IPL 2026 Auction: Sanju Samson, Shimron Hetmyer And...
Former Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara is likely to return to Rajasthan Royals (RR) in a lead role to helm the coaching staff after the exit of Rahul Dravid as head coach. Dravid's exit from RR came after a structural review from the franchise, which finished ninth at IPL 2025 with 8 points from 14 matches and failed to qualify for the playoffs.
Before the departure of head coach Dravid from Rajasthan Royals, skipper Sanju Samson had also told Rajasthan Royals that he wants to be released ahead of the upcoming auction for IPL 2026 season. So, not only Sanju, the inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals might release several under-performing players before the IPL 2026 auction and buy some impactful performers.
Here's list of players Rajasthan Royals might release before the IPL 2026 auction:
Oct 03, 2025, 17:45 PM IST
4 Players Rajasthan Royals Might Release After Parting Ways With Rahul Dravid: Sanju Samson, Shimron Hetmyer And...
Rahul Dravid's stint as head coach of Rajasthan Royals (RR) recently came to an end ahead of IPL 2026 season. Dravid's exit from RR came after a structural review from the franchise, which finished ninth at IPL 2025 with 8 points from 14 matches and failed to qualify for the playoffs.
Before the departure of head coach Dravid from Rajasthan Royals, skipper Sanju Samson had also told Rajasthan Royals that he wants to be released ahead of the upcoming auction for IPL 2026 season. So, not only Sanju, the inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals might release several under-performing players before the IPL 2026 auction and buy some impactful performers.
Here's list of players Rajasthan Royals might release before the IPL 2026 auction:
Sep 01, 2025, 23:32 PM IST
Rahul Dravid 'Kicked Out' Of Rajasthan Royals? AB de Villiers’ Explosive Claim Shakes IPL 2025
Rahul Dravid has stepped down as Rajasthan Royals head coach after a poor IPL 2025 season, with AB de Villiers claiming he was “kicked out” in Premier League style amid franchise politics and auction blunders.
Sep 01, 2025, 11:18 AM IST
5 Reasons Why Rahul Dravid May Have Left Rajasthan Royals: Favouring Riyan Parag, Captaincy Battle, Sanju's Release &...
Rahul Dravid has parted ways with Rajasthan Royals ahead of IPL 2026, ending his second stint after a challenging season. The Royals finished ninth with only four wins from 14 matches, a performance below expectations for a team led by a T20 World Cup-winning coach.
Aug 31, 2025, 13:43 PM IST
Sanju Samson IPL Trade: A Look At Rajasthan Royals Captain's Journey, Records & More - Check In Pics
Captain Sanju Samson's relationship with Rajasthan Royals has not exactly been the way it used to be and he has decided to part ways with the franchise. According to an ESPNcricinfo report, Sanju Samson has told Rajasthan Royals that he wants to be released ahead of the upcoming auction for IPL 2026 season.
The report added that Samson informed the RR management of his intention immediately after IPL 2025 ended. Royals haven't given Samson a definitive answer but it's very unlikely that India wicket-keeper batter will stay at the franchise.
Let's take a look at Sanju Samson's IPL journey, records and more:
Aug 08, 2025, 20:54 PM IST
4 Players Rajasthan Royals Might Release Before IPL 2026 Auction: Sanju Samson, Shimron Hetmyer And...
After a disappointing IPL 2025 season, where Rajasthan Royals (RR) finished ninth with 8 points from 14 matches and failed to qualify for the playoffs, skipper Sanju Samson has decided to part ways with the franchise. Samson has told Rajasthan Royals that he wants to be released ahead of the upcoming auction for IPL 2026.
Not only Sanju, the inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals are likely to release several under-performing players before the IPL 2026 auction and buy some impactful performers.
Here's list of players Rajasthan Royals might release before the IPL 2026 auction:
Aug 08, 2025, 18:18 PM IST
4 Players Rajasthan Royals Might Release Before IPL 2026 Auction: Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer And...
Rajasthan Royals (RR) had a challenging IPL 2025 season as they finished ninth with 8 points from 14 matches and failed to qualify for the playoffs. The inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals retained their star players Sanju Samson, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer and Sandeep Sharma but they flattered to deceive in IPL 2025 season.
After their disappointing performance in the 2025 season, Rajasthan Royals are likely to release several under-performing players before the IPL 2026 auction and buy some impactful performers.
Here's list of players Rajasthan Royals might release before the IPL 2026 auction:
Jul 21, 2025, 18:49 PM IST
4 Players Rajasthan Royals Might Release After IPL 2025: Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer And...
Rajasthan Royals (RR) have already been eliminated from the IPL 2025 playoffs race with their star players Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer and others failing to deliver at crunch situations of the game. The inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals retained Sanju Samson, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer and Sandeep Sharma for a combined 79 crore but most of these players have flattered to deceive in IPL 2025 season.
RR, who have won just three matches out of 12 so far, might consider releasing some players after this season based on their form, salary and age.
Here's list of players which Rajasthan Royals might release after IPL 2025 season:
May 06, 2025, 17:41 PM IST
Rajasthan Royals' Qualification Scenario: How Can Vaibhav Suryavanshi's RR Qualify For IPL 2025 Playoffs - In Pics
Rajasthan Royals (RR) secured an 8-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans on April 28, 2025, with a stellar 101-run knock from 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, marking his maiden IPL century. This win kept RR’s playoff hopes alive, but they must win all four remaining league matches by big margins to improve their net run rate. Currently, RR has 6 points from 10 matches and is in 8th place. Their upcoming matches are against Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, Chennai Super Kings, and Punjab Kings. They also need favorable results from other teams to qualify for the playoffs.
Apr 29, 2025, 11:49 AM IST
IPL 2025 Updated Points Table After DC vs RCB Game - In Pics
The IPL 2025 points table shows Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) leading with 14 points from 10 matches, closely followed by Gujarat Titans (GT) with 12 points and the best net run rate. Mumbai Indians (MI) and Delhi Capitals (DC) are also in strong contention, with 12 points each. Punjab Kings (PBKS) have 11 points, while Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) sit at 10 points. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Rajasthan Royals (RR), and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are struggling, with low points and poor net run rates, complicating their playoff aspirations.
Apr 28, 2025, 09:41 AM IST
IPL 2025 Updated Points Table After CSK vs SRH Game - In Pics
The IPL 2025 points table shows a fierce mid‑season battle.The playoff battle is intense! Let’s check where each team stands after SRH’s win over CSK.
Apr 26, 2025, 10:47 AM IST
RR Qualification Scenario: How Rajasthan Royals Can Still Qualify For IPL 2025 Playoffs After Losing 7 Out Of 9 Matches
IPL 2025 RR Qualification Scenario: Here is how Rajasthan Royals (RR) can qualify for the IPL 2025 playoffs after their loss against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Thursday.
Apr 25, 2025, 19:50 PM IST
Explained: Why Mitchell Starc's No-Ball Call Was The Right Decision In DC vs RR Super Over In IPL 2025?
Mitchell Starc's no-ball in the Super Over during the DC vs RR IPL 2025 match sparked debate, but the third umpire's decision was correct according to MCC's backfoot no-ball rule, with DC eventually securing a thrilling victory.
Apr 17, 2025, 11:45 AM IST
EXPLAINED: Why RCB Will Wear Green Jersey Against RR In IPL 2025?
The “Go Green” initiative was first launched by RCB in 2011 as a part of their ongoing effort to raise awareness about global warming and encourage tree planting.
Apr 13, 2025, 11:02 AM IST
Sanju Samson Injury Update: Will Rajasthan Royals' Captain Be Fit For IPL 2025? Here's What We Know
Sanju Samson's injury raises concerns over his availability for IPL 2025, with updates on his recovery and T20I struggles fueling uncertainty for Rajasthan Royals.
Feb 03, 2025, 11:36 AM IST
Sanju Samson, Yashasvi Jaiswal As Openers; Riyan Parag To Bat At This Position: Rajasthan Royals Predicted Playing XI For IPL 2025
Rahul Dravid has joined Rajasthan Royals (RR) as head coach ahead of the 2025 IPL season following the culmination of his tenure as India coach after the 2024 T20 World Cup win. Dravid has a long-standing working relationship with the Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson and both will look to take the Rajasthan-based IPL franchise to newer heights in the upcoming IPL 2025 season.
Here's the predicted Probable XI of Rajasthan Royals for IPL 2025:
Feb 02, 2025, 13:36 PM IST
IPL 2025: Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s Dazzling 42-Ball 71 In Vijay Hazare Trophy Raises Eyebrows Ahead Of Rajasthan Royals Debut
Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s remarkable entry into the IPL auction made headlines when he became the youngest player ever to be bid for.
Jan 01, 2025, 08:54 AM IST
IPL 2025 Mega Auction Probable Retention List For MI, CSK, RCB, KKR, SRH, DC, LSG, GT, RR, PBKS - In Pics
As the IPL 2025 mega auction looms, franchises are making strategic moves to retain their key players, balancing experience with emerging talent. Each team can retain up to six players, using direct retention or Right to Match (RTM) cards, before October 31. Fans are eagerly awaiting the finalized lists, anticipating which players will stay and who might be up for grabs in the auction. Here’s a breakdown of the possible retention strategies for each team, shedding light on the likely choices for the upcoming season.
Oct 28, 2024, 11:56 AM IST
IPL 2025: Rahul Dravid Set To Return To Rajasthan Royals As Head Coach
Rahul Dravid and Rajasthan Royals go a real long way with the former India coach leading the side for two seasons in 2012 and 2013 before serving as mentor for two more years.
Sep 04, 2024, 16:06 PM IST