Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson has officially rejoined the squad ahead of IPL 2025 after recovering from finger surgery. Samson had been undergoing rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru, focusing on regaining full fitness. However, it remains uncertain whether he will immediately resume wicketkeeping duties.
If Samson is not fit to don the gloves, Dhruv Jurel could step in. Jurel previously replaced Samson during the fifth T20I against England in February after the RR skipper suffered a blow to his finger from a Jofra Archer delivery. According to ESPNcricinfo, Jurel’s experience behind the stumps could be crucial for RR in the early matches.
Riyan Parag Returns After Shoulder Injury
In another boost for Rajasthan Royals, Riyan Parag has fully recovered from a shoulder injury that kept him out of the T20I series against South Africa and England. The young all-rounder made a strong comeback in the Ranji Trophy, scoring a half-century and bowling 26 overs against Saurashtra. His performance, as highlighted by the BCCI, indicates he is ready for a full-fledged return to competitive cricket.
Parag’s return strengthens RR’s middle order, and his part-time spin bowling could provide balance to the squad, especially in spin-friendly conditions.
Rajasthan Royals’ IPL 2025 Fixtures
Rajasthan Royals will kick off their IPL 2025 campaign against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 23 in Hyderabad. Following that, they will play back-to-back home matches in Guwahati. The full schedule, as updated on IPLT20.com, includes:
- March 26 – vs Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
- March 30 – vs Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
With Sanju Samson’s return and Parag’s recovery, Rajasthan Royals appear well-prepared for IPL 2025. The team will look to make a strong impact as they aim for their second IPL title. Fans can follow the team’s journey on their official website for real-time updates.
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