Rajasthan Royals come into IPL 2025 with renewed determination to win their second championship title. The franchise has made some radical changes, including the appointment of Riyan Parag as stand-in captain for the first three games because of Sanju Samson's fitness issues. The Royals have strengthened their lineup with important signing such as Nitish Rana, Wanindu Hasaranga, and Maheesh Theekshana, as well as maintaining core players including Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shimron Hetmyer. Bringing back Jofra Archer also provides strength in their bowling arsenal. Losing a few big-name players notwithstanding, the team balance of veteran and young players including Vaibhav Suryavanshi makes them great contenders for the playoff position in IPL 2025.
Source: Rajasthan Royals Official