Rajasthan Royals just announced their pre-season training camp starting March 17! The Rajasthan Royals Kick Off Training at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. This marks their first full squad assembly for IPL 2026 preparation.
The new captain Riyan Parag leads RR for the first time! Sanju Samson left after 11 seasons with the Rajasthan Royals shockingly. That captaincy change creates fresh energy and challenges simultaneously.
Full Squad Assembly After Blockbuster Trade
Rajasthan Royals Kick Off Training with completely revamped squad composition! Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran join from the Chennai Super Kings. RR traded Sanju Samson for ₹18 crore getting both all-rounders.
Sam Curran retained his ₹2.4 crore fee from CSK directly. Jadeja’s fee was reduced from ₹18 crore to ₹14 crore at the Rajasthan Royals. That’s a significant financial adjustment for the franchise budget.
Some players were already trained at RR’s Nagpur facility earlier! Ravi Bishnoi, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Sandeep Sharma, and Jadeja attended. They underwent fitness assessments at the High Performance Centre.
But the Jaipur camp brings everyone together finally for IPL 2026! The complete squad trains together for the first time. New recruits integrate with existing players building chemistry rapidly.
Training Camp Structure and Schedule
Head Coach Kumar Sangakkara directs all training camp activities! The Director of Cricket oversees fitness programs and net sessions. Strength and conditioning programs prepare players for IPL 2026 demands.
Team bonding activities help the new captain build relationships quickly! Riyan Parag needs to establish leadership presence with the squad. Intensive training sessions sharpen skills before the tournament begins.
Net practice allows batsmen and bowlers to work on specific skills. Fitness activities ensure everyone reaches peak physical condition. IPL 2026 requires stamina for the long tournament ahead.
Season Opener Against Former Captain
Rajasthan Royals travel to Guwahati on March 26 for preparation! Their season opener happens on March 30 against the Chennai Super Kings. That’s an emotional match facing former captain Sanju Samson immediately!
The new captain Riyan Parag faces massive pressure in this opening match. Can he lead Rajasthan Royals to victory against Samson’s CSK? Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran also face their old teammates!
IPL 2026 starts March 28 with RCB vs SRH! Rajasthan Royals begin their campaign two days later. The new captain era starts under intense spotlight at Guwahati!
