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Riyan Parag, 23, named Rajasthan Royals' captain for 2026 IPL, becoming youngest full-time skipper, following Sanju Samson's trade to Chennai Super Kings.
Rajasthan Royals have named 23-year-old Assam cricketer Riyan Parag as their captain for the 2026 IPL season, following the trade of former captain Sanju Samson to Chennai Super Kings.
Parag, who previously served as stand-in captain in 2025, becomes the youngest full-time captain in franchise history.
The appointment, announced on February 13, 2026, marks a leadership transition after four seasons under Samson, who led the team to the 2022 final and set franchise records.
Parag, a key player since joining in 2019, will lead a team aiming to win its first IPL title since 2008.
The Royals emphasized a collaborative leadership approach, with Parag supported by a player group.
Riyan Parag, de 23 años, fue nombrado capitán de los Rajasthan Royals para el IPL 2026, convirtiéndose en el capitán más joven de tiempo completo, tras el canje de Sanju Samson a Chennai Super Kings.