Riyan Parag will lead Rajasthan Royals in the two matches to be played in Guwahati on March 26 & 30 along with their IPL 2025 opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 23
GUWAHATI, March 20: In a big breaking news, Riyan Parag has been named Rajasthan Royals captain for first three matches of IPL 2025, including the two matches the Royals will play in Guwahati on March 26 & March 30.
Riyan becomes the first Assamese player to lead an IPL franchise, marking a proud achievement for himself and for the entire region.
The dynamic all rounder, a key player for Rajasthan Royals over the years, will step into the captaincy role for their first encounter against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 23, and the home matches to be played at Guwahati’s Barsapara Stadium against defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders on March 26 and five-time IPL winners Chennai Super Kings on March 30.
Rajasthan Royals’ decision to hand Riyan the captaincy underscores the franchise’s confidence in his leadership, a skill he has demonstrated through his tenure as Assam’s domestic captain.
Having been a crucial member of the Royals setup over the years, his understanding of the team’s dynamic makes him well-equipped to step into this role for the initial phase of the tournament.
With Sanju Samson not yet cleared for wicket-keeping and fielding, he will focus on contributing with the bat for Rajasthan Royals while continuing his recovery.
The Rajasthan Royals’ decision to name Riyan captain will surely be hailed by fans not just in Assam but across the country.
The local support for the Royals will reverberate across the Barsapara Stadium with even greater vigour following the announcement to name Riyan captain of the franchise for the first three matches, including the two games they will play in Guwahati.
