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Guwahati’s Golden Boy: Riyan Parag Leads Rajasthan Royals Against CSK in Historic IPL 2026 Clash!
Summary:A new era begins in Guwahati! Local hero Riyan Parag leads Rajasthan Royals as full-time captain against Ruturaj Gaikwad’s CSK. Can the Royals settle the score after the massive Sanju Samson trade?
The Barsapara Cricket Stadium is set to erupt this Monday, March 30, as the Rajasthan Royals (RR) take on the Chennai Super Kings (CSK). This isn't just another match; it marks a tectonic shift in IPL history. For the first time, Guwahati’s very own Riyan Parag will lead the Royals as their full-time captain in his home city.
- The sub-plot is even juicier: former RR skipper Sanju Samson will walk out in the Yellow Jersey, having been traded to CSK in a blockbuster deal that brought Ravindra Jadeja back to the Royals.
The "Parag Era" Begins
Riyan Parag, the man who recently made history by smashing six consecutive sixes in IPL 2025, has been handed the reins to lead a "reimagined" Royals squad. Backed by the experience of Ravindra Jadeja and the raw pace of Jofra Archer, Parag’s leadership will be tested against the tactical acumen of Ruturaj Gaikwad and the evergreen presence of MS Dhoni.
RR vs CSK: Probable Playing 11
| Rajasthan Royals (RR) | Chennai Super Kings (CSK) |
|---|---|
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Ruturaj Gaikwad (C) |
| Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | Sanju Samson (Wk) |
| Riyan Parag (C) | Shivam Dube |
| Dhruv Jurel (Wk) | Sarfaraz Khan |
| Shimron Hetmyer | MS Dhoni |
| Ravindra Jadeja | Matt Short |
| Dasun Shanaka | Akeal Hosein |
| Jofra Archer | Shreyas Gopal |
| Ravi Bishnoi | Khaleel Ahmed |
| Sandeep Sharma | Mukesh Choudhary |
| Nandre Burger | Spencer Johnson |
Todays Match
RCB vs SRH
Bengaluru
7.30 PM
FAQ: Quick Insights
1. Why is Riyan Parag the captain of RR?
Following a high-profile trade that sent Sanju Samson to CSK, the RR management appointed Riyan Parag as captain to lead their youth-centric vision for IPL 2026.
2. What is the venue for today's RR vs CSK match?
The match will be played at the ACA Stadium, Barsapara, Guwahati-the home ground of Riyan Parag.
3. Has Ravindra Jadeja moved to Rajasthan Royals?
Yes! In one of the biggest trades of the season, Jadeja returned to his first IPL franchise, RR, in exchange for Sanju Samson.
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