Ravindra Jadeja to Lead Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026? Franchise Drops Big Hint

• Rajasthan Royals hinted at Ravindra Jadeja becoming their new captain for IPL 2026 via an X post.
• Jadeja was traded to RR from Chennai Super Kings ahead of the IPL 2026 auction, with Sanju Samson moving to CSK.
• He previously played for RR from 2008-2009, contributing to their 2008 IPL title win under Shane Warne.
• An experienced all-rounder, Jadeja has played 254 IPL matches, scoring 3260 runs and taking 170 wickets.
• Jadeja will be the eighth captain for Rajasthan Royals, having previously led Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2022.

Why It Matters: Ravindra Jadeja is strongly tipped to captain Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026 after a major trade.