Riyan Parag Takes Over Rajasthan Royals Captaincy, Replaces Samson

• Riyan Parag appointed new captain of Rajasthan Royals for the upcoming IPL season, replacing Sanju Samson who moved to Chennai Super Kings.
• Parag, with the Royals since 2019, becomes the seventh full-time captain for the franchise.
• The decision followed a two-month deliberation process, including interviews with players like Ravindra Jadeja and Yashasvi Jaiswal by Head Coach Kumar Sangakkara.
• Despite a past record of only two wins in eight matches as interim captain, Parag's strong performance (393 runs at 166.52 strike rate last season) and leadership qualities in the dressing room were key factors.
• Parag aims to end the team's 17-year title drought and play fearless, smart cricket.