Rajasthan Royals have completed their squad build for the IPL 2026 season following an active mini auction held in Abu Dhabi. The franchise focused heavily on strengthening its bowling unit while also adding depth to the Indian core, resulting in a balanced 25-player squad for the upcoming campaign.
Royals’ Auction Strategy
Entering the mini auction with a limited budget, Rajasthan Royals approached the bidding with clarity and purpose. Having already retained the bulk of their core group, the management targeted specific roles rather than making wholesale changes.
The Royals added a mix of international experience and domestic talent, ensuring both immediate impact and long-term squad depth.
Key Signing Highlights
The standout addition for Rajasthan Royals was leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi, who emerged as their top buy of the auction. Known for his consistency and control in the shortest format, Bishnoi significantly enhances the team’s middle-overs bowling strength.
Another notable inclusion was New Zealand fast bowler Adam Milne, whose pace and experience provide valuable overseas depth. The Royals also welcomed back Kuldeep Sen, reuniting with a familiar face from their previous campaigns.
Rajasthan Royals Squad for IPL 2026
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Batter |
| Ravindra Jadeja | All-rounder |
| Dhruv Jurel | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Donovan Ferreira | All-rounder |
| Shimron Hetmyer | Batter |
| Riyan Parag | All-rounder |
| Sam Curran | All-rounder |
| Jofra Archer | Fast Bowler |
| Shaheen Afridi | Fast Bowler |
| Adam Milne | Fast Bowler |
| Ravi Bishnoi | Spinner |
| Sandeep Sharma | Fast Bowler |
| Kuldeep Sen | Fast Bowler |
| Sushant Mishra | Fast Bowler |
| Yash Raj Punja | Bowler |
| Brijesh Sharma | Bowler |
| Vignesh Puthur | Bowler |
| Aman Rao Perala | Batter |
| Ravi Singh | Wicketkeeper |
| Dre Pretorius | All-rounder |
| Gerald Coetzee Burger | Fast Bowler |
| Vaibhav Arora | Fast Bowler |
| Maphaka | Bowler |
| S Dubey | All-rounder |
| Yudhvir Singh | Fast Bowler |
IPL 2026 Auction Buys by Rajasthan Royals
| Player | Price |
|---|---|
| Ravi Bishnoi | ₹7.20 crore |
| Adam Milne | ₹2.40 crore |
| Ravi Singh | ₹95 lakh |
| Sushant Mishra | ₹90 lakh |
| Kuldeep Sen | ₹75 lakh |
| Vignesh Puthur | ₹30 lakh |
| Yash Raj Punja | ₹30 lakh |
| Brijesh Sharma | ₹30 lakh |
| Aman Rao Perala | ₹30 lakh |
Squad Outlook for IPL 2026
With a strong core of Indian players and carefully selected overseas professionals, Rajasthan Royals appear well-equipped for the challenges of IPL 2026. Their bowling attack looks particularly formidable, while the batting lineup offers both stability and firepower.
The Royals will aim to translate this well-rounded squad into consistent performances as they push for a deep run in the tournament.
