Rajasthan Royals Cricket Team
Rahul Dravid supports cricket's inclusion in the Olympics
Despite 'challenges', Dravid says move would be 'great for the game'
May 01, 2024
Jos Buttler reveals he instigated his shift into Rajasthan Royals' middle order
England debate continues to bubble after Buttler's shuffle down to No. 5
May 01, 2024
Australians at the IPL: David Warner times it right, Steven Smith departs and two big names dropped
Pat Cummins hit form in the final stretch but it wasn't quite enough for KKR as David Warner's team put together three wins on the bounce
May 01, 2024
Talking Points: Did the Rajasthan Royals go too hard, too soon in the chase?
Also, why did KKR drop Lockie Ferguson? And was it a mistake promoting Sunil Narine again?
May 01, 2024
Morgan and Cummins keep Knight Riders' playoff hopes alive; Royals knocked out
The Rajasthan Royals are now out after fading away in a steep chase
May 01, 2024
IPL 2020 scenarios: Kings XI's defeat marginally simplifies things for KKR, Royals in their must-win clash
Kings XI's defeat to CSK has improved the qualification chances of RCB and Capitals
May 01, 2024
IPL 2020, Match Highlights: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals
ESPNcricinfo's updates from the 54th match of IPL 2020
May 01, 2024
Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders in desperate shootout for playoff spot
Both teams will still need other results to go their way, but they themselves need to win first
May 02, 2024
Kings XI Punjab's winning streak ends, Ben Stokes helps Rajasthan Royals stay alive
Win takes Royals to fifth, level on points with fourth- and sixth-placed Kings XI and Kolkata Knight Riders
May 01, 2024
The dropped catch that gave Kings XI Punjab a fighting chance
ESPNcricinfo's Luck Index reckoned that the drop cost the Royals 26 runs
May 01, 2024
'Oh, man!' Chris Gayle climbs another mountain, becomes first to hit 1000 T20 sixes
He ended his innings on Friday with 1001 maximums to his name, 311 ahead of second-placed Kieron Pollard
May 01, 2024
IPL 2020, Match Highlights: Kings XI Punjab vs Rajasthan Royals
ESPNcricinfo's updates from the 50th match of IPL 2020
May 01, 2024
Inconsistent Rajasthan Royals must get past red-hot Kings XI Punjab to stay alive
The Kings XI have five wins on the trot, while the Royals are in a do-or-die situation
May 01, 2024
Jofra Archer 'counting down the days' as life in the IPL bubble takes its toll
Royals' star player is finding life off the field tough in the Covid era
May 01, 2024
IPL 2020 scenarios: Mumbai safe, but six teams battle for three playoff spots
Among the seven teams, no one apart from CSK is out - or safe - yet
May 01, 2024
Australians at the IPL: Lean week for batsmen, Pat Cummins gets a haul, six-less Glenn Maxwell
A lean week for Australian batsmen, including a familiar dismissal for David Warner
May 01, 2024
Royals' tinkering with the batting order finally yields results
Also explained here is the secret to Hardik Pandya's big-hitting on the night
May 01, 2024
Ben Stokes' 107* gives Rajasthan Royals playoffs boost; CSK eliminated
Hardik Pandya's stunning 60 off 21 went in vain
May 01, 2024
IPL 2020, Match Highlights - Mumbai Indians vs Rajasthan Royals
ESPNcricinfo's updates from the 45th game of IPL 2020
May 01, 2024
IPL 2020 scenarios: Mumbai one win away from playoffs; CSK eliminated
What is at stake for the Mumbai Indians and the Rajasthan Royals?
May 01, 2024
Stokes-Buttler swap on the cards as Rajasthan Royals face off against ruthless Mumbai Indians
Mumbai Indians, who are looking for a top-two finish, will likely be without Rohit Sharma again
April 21, 2024
IPL 2020
Shane Warne says Jos Buttler 'should definitely be opening' for Rajasthan Royals
"My hands were a little bit tied and I would have liked to have had a bit more of an influence on the team," he adds
May 01, 2024
Talking Points: Why does David Warner have trouble facing Jofra Archer?
Also, why don't Sunrisers Hyderabad pick Mohammad Nabi?
May 02, 2024
Holder takes three, Pandey and Shankar dominate as Sunrisers Hyderabad keep playoff hopes alive
Pandey and Shankar resurrected Sunrisers' innings after Warner and Bairstow were sent back early by Archer
May 02, 2024
Luck Index: Did Vijay Shankar dropping Ben Stokes hurt Sunrisers or Royals?
And are the Royals erring by sticking with Stokes at the top of the order?
May 02, 2024
Rajasthan Royals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad - Match Highlights
ESPNcricinfo's updates from the 40th game of IPL 2020
May 01, 2024
With time running out, Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad look to kick losing habit
Both teams have made a habit of losing from strong positions, and that's reflected in the points table
May 01, 2024
Why Dhoni and Jadeja got stuck against Royals
Also, what is up with Royals' powerplay struggles?
May 01, 2024
Buttler, spinners help Royals climb up the table
Super Kings crashed to the bottom of the points table after another feeble effort with the bat
May 01, 2024
Rolling Report: Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals, 37th match, IPL 2020
ESPNcricinfo's updates from the 37th game of IPL 2020
May 01, 2024
Australians at the IPL: Smith back in the groove, Warner's Super Over frustration and Cummins' runs
As the top four teams start to pull away in the IPL here's a look back at how the Australian contingent fared over the last week
May 01, 2024
Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals look to revive their campaigns with time running out
With both sides having lost six of their nine games, a win will give their playoffs pursuit a big push
May 01, 2024
Royals showcase an effective use of the sweep in all its avatars
On the slowing UAE pitches, the sweep and its variants might become increasingly important - and the Royals showed us how it's done
April 27, 2024
Talking Points - Why didn't Jofra Archer bowl the 19th over?
And have the Royals found Uthappa's best spot?
May 01, 2024
Scintillating AB de Villiers snatches victory for Royal Challengers Bangalore from Rajasthan Royals
He finished unbeaten on 55 off 22, having hit six sixes - one more than the Royals managed in their entire innings
May 01, 2024
Rolling Report: Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, 33rd match, IPL 2020
ESPNcricinfo's updates from the 33rd match of IPL 2020, in Dubai
May 01, 2024
Rajasthan Royals nearing last chance saloon, Royal Challengers Bangalore look for sixth win
The Royals have a lot of questions to deal with, their captain's poor form one of them
May 01, 2024
Talking Points - After two impossible chases, how did Rajasthan Royals fail to get 39 off 30?
Also, is it time for Steven Smith to be dropped?
May 01, 2024
Royals miss out as Nortje leads Capitals' stellar defence
Three fast bowlers provided spine-tingling entertainment from both sides, but Capitals won the final overs battle
May 01, 2024
Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2020 - Rolling Report
ESPNcricinfo's updates from the 30th match of IPL 2020, in Dubai
May 01, 2024
Injury-hit Delhi Capitals hope rejigged XI does the job against unpredictable Rajasthan Royals
The early pace-setters have had to tweak their plans after injuries to Pant and Ishant
May 01, 2024
Riyan Parag, Rahul Tewatia and the art of the unbelievable
They had to overcome near-impossible odds to beat Sunrisers Hyderabad and they did it all as if it was always the plan
May 01, 2024
Talking Points: Why did Ben Stokes open the batting for Royals, but bowl only one over?
Also: What was the thinking behind the Sunrisers' super slow start with the bat?
May 01, 2024
Rahul Tewatia and Riyan Parag star as Rajasthan Royals pull off another heist
Sunrisers bossed the game for 36 overs, and then they let it slip away
May 01, 2024
Rajasthan Royals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad: Rolling Report
ESPNcricinfo's updates from the 26th match of IPL 2020, in Dubai
May 01, 2024
Ben Stokes boost for struggling Rajasthan Royals against rejuvenated Sunrisers Hyderabad
Sunrisers have won three of their last four games, Royals are on a four-match losing streak
May 01, 2024
From Alur to Sharjah, an eventful year in the life of Yashasvi Jaiswal
Last October, Jaiswal made headlines with his feats in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, but his IPL trial by fire has not gone as smoothly
May 01, 2024
Talking Points: Are Delhi Capitals cramping Rishabh Pant's style?
And what are Rajasthan Royals really doing with Yashasvi Jaiswal?
May 01, 2024
Impressive Delhi Capitals stifle Rajasthan Royals to go top of the table
The Capitals showed why they're among the title favourites this year as they tied down the Royals by 46 runs in Sharjah
May 01, 2024
Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2020: Rolling Report
ESPNcricinfo's updates from the 23rd match of IPL 2020, in Sharjah
May 01, 2024
The Ashwin vs Buttler subplot as Rajasthan Royals look to relaunch against high-flying Delhi Capitals
Steven Smith's men return to Sharjah, where they have won both their matches so far
May 01, 2024
Ben Stokes returns to cricket with family's 'love and blessing' following father's illness
Cricketer took five-week leave in New Zealand but has linked up with Rajasthan
April 30, 2024
What's wrong with Sanju Samson, and when did Steven Smith become a slogger?
Dissecting the key moments in the Mumbai Indians vs Rajasthan Royals game
May 01, 2024
Suryakumar Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah dismantle Rajasthan Royals
Suryakumar Yadav's blistering 79 and Bumrah's four-for pushed Mumbai to top of the table
May 01, 2024
Mumbai Indians vs Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2020: Rolling Report
All the buzz from the IPL 2020 game between the Mumbai Indians and Rajasthan Royals, in Abu Dhabi
May 01, 2024
Rajasthan Royals in need of batting rejig as Mumbai Indians look to keep momentum going
The Royals would want to see Sanju Samson break out of his rut in their second outing in Abu Dhabi
May 01, 2024
Australians at the IPL, week two - Smith v Cummins, Pattinson v Finch and Watson finds form
There have been some lively head-to-heads over the past week in the IPL
May 01, 2024
Should Royals use Uthappa as opener?
And was Yuzvendra Chahal's return catch to dismiss Sanju Samson clean? More on Talking Points
May 01, 2024
Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal lead Royal Challengers Bangalore to third win
Both batsmen scored fluent half-centuries to temporarily take the team to the top of the table.
May 01, 2024
Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2020 - Rolling Report
All the buzz from the IPL 2020 game between the Rajasthan Royals and the Royal Challengers Bangalore
May 01, 2024
Ben Stokes set to arrive in UAE for IPL 2020 with Rajasthan Royals
Allrounder will arrive early on Sunday and will be in quarantine for six days as per IPL protocols
May 01, 2024
Virat Kohli vs Steven Smith takes centre stage as Royal Challengers Bangalore and Rajasthan Royals eye top spot
AB de Villiers' wicketkeeping duties also in focus as Saturday's afternoon match kicks off IPL 2020 double-headers
May 01, 2024
Jofra Archer thriving in different type of pressure at IPL, says Rajasthan Royals team-mate Jos Buttler
Fifty-over cricket must take a back seat in build-up to T20 World Cup, says senior batsman
May 01, 2024
England's best T20I team must play together more often - Jos Buttler
Fifty-over cricket must take a back seat in build-up to T20 World Cup, says senior batsman
May 01, 2024
Jos Buttler: Six-hitting focus could become a theme in Sharjah
Batsmen have hit a whopping 62 sixes in the first two matches at the venue
May 01, 2024
Talking Points: Why are teams still bowling first? And, did Andre Russell's promotion work for KKR?
Also, why is Smith batting like Narine? Key questions from the Knight Riders vs Royals match answered
May 01, 2024
Kolkata Knight Riders' quicks rip through Rajasthan Royals to set up big win
Young pacers Mavi and Nagarkoti make quick work of the Royals' batting, with a little help from Pat Cummins
May 01, 2024
Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2020: Rolling Report
All the buzz from the IPL game between the Rajasthan Royals and the Kolkata Knight Riders in Dubai
May 01, 2024
How Virat Kohli helped change Sanju Samson's perspective towards cricket
National recall can wait, "I think I should keep my focus on the IPL right now"
May 01, 2024
Can high-flying Rajasthan Royals make it three in three?
KKR have several bowling options, but Kuldeep's form may be a cause for concern
May 01, 2024
Australians in the IPL, week one: Steven Smith the opener and Marcus Stoinis steals a Super Over
A look back at the main talking points from the opening week of the tournament
May 01, 2024
Strength-building and 'soul-searching' give Sanju Samson a second wind
"I had been trying very hard but things were not happening. Then I really asked myself lots of different questions," says Samson of his last year
May 01, 2024
Stats - The IPL's highest successful chase, and the IPL's biggest opening stand in a losing cause
Stats highlights from Rajasthan Royals' electrifying chase against Kings XI Punjab
May 01, 2024
A roller-coaster day in the life of Rahul Tewatia
Relive one of the great comeback stories in cricket, lovely cricket, with ESPNcricinfo's ball-by-ball updates
May 01, 2024
Rahul Tewatia and Sanju Samson pull off record chase in stunning Rajasthan Royals win
Tewatia turned around a painfully poor start to slam five sixes in an over; Mayank Agarwal's ton went in vain for Kings XI
May 01, 2024
Rahul Tewatia on his start: 'Worst 20 balls that I have ever played'
"I was hitting the ball very well in the nets so I had belief in myself and kept going"
May 01, 2024
Rajasthan Royals vs Kings XI Punjab, IPL 2020 - Rolling Report
All the buzz from the game between Steven Smith's Rajasthan Royals and KL Rahul's Kings XI Punjab
May 01, 2024
Jos Buttler and Chris Gayle could be key as Rajasthan Royals face Kings XI Punjab in Sharjah
Both teams are coming off wins, but might have to tweak their XIs to accommodate the star players
May 01, 2024
Tom Curran braced for more Sharjah mayhem after six-laden opening match
England seamer happy to get one over brother in high-scoring contest against CSK
May 01, 2024
Sanju Samson: I worked on my range-hitting skills during Covid-19 break
"I've been working hard on my fitness, diet and training, and on my strength, because my game relies a lot on power-hitting"
May 01, 2024
Talking points: What went wrong for the Chennai Super Kings spinners?
And what is it about Sharjah that teams need to be wary of as the tournament progresses?
May 01, 2024
Sanju Samson, Steven Smith, Jofra Archer help Rajasthan Royals win battle of sixes
A total of 33 sixes were hit, which tied the IPL record for most sixes in a match
May 01, 2024
Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2020 - Rolling Report
All the buzz from the game between MS Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings and Steven Smith's Rajasthan Royals
May 01, 2024
Chennai Super Kings look to make it two-in-two against depleted Rajasthan Royals
Steve Smith has recovered for the Royals, while Ruturaj Gaikwad is back in training for the Super Kings
May 01, 2024
Steven Smith available for first game against CSK, confirms coach Andrew McDonald
Smith did 'a bit of zig-zag running' on Sunday and will be hitting the nets in Sharjah on Monday
May 01, 2024
Steven Smith ruled out of England series after first game: 'We saw how unwell he looked' - Langer
The batsman was struck by a throwdown before the first ODI and was still struggling with concussion days later
April 27, 2024
Jos Buttler to miss Rajasthan Royals' opening IPL 2020 match
He is currently serving a mandatory quarantine after arriving in Dubai with his family
May 01, 2024
IPL 2020: New venues, new tactics, new experience
What can we expect from the tournament? Here's a primer
May 01, 2024
Steven Smith's extended concussion symptoms leave Rajasthan Royals with question mark
Smith will be landing in the UAE on Thursday; franchise still confident he will be ready for their first game on September 22
April 21, 2024
IPL 2020
Andrew McDonald: IPL 2020 is going to be all about managing the individual
Rajasthan Royals' head coach talks about goals, challenges and the advantage of multiple World Cup winners in the squad
May 01, 2024
Shane Warne reappointed Rajasthan Royals mentor
He will work with fellow Australians Andrew McDonald and Steven Smith
May 01, 2024
IPL 2020
Combination questions for Rajasthan Royals with Ben Stokes doubtful
Middle-order balance is at stake, but they'll be hoping their youth investment pays off
April 29, 2024
IPL 2020
Combination questions for Rajasthan Royals with Ben Stokes doubtful
Middle-order balance is at stake, but they'll be hoping their youth investment pays off
May 01, 2024
IPL 2020
IPL 2020 schedule: A team-by-team guide
Who do they play? When do they play? Where do they play? Here's a ready reckoner
May 01, 2024
Sourav Ganguly expecting record TV ratings for IPL 2020, and '30% crowds' later in tournament
Virat Kohli says "love of the game" will help players adjust to performing in front of empty stands
May 01, 2024
IPL 2020 schedule: Will the first leg of the tournament be in Dubai only?
Dividing teams into two groups also being mulled, with less than three weeks to go
May 01, 2024
Dishant Yagnik to rejoin Rajasthan Royals after testing negative for Covid-19
The fielding coach tested negative twice and passed a fitness test after his 14-day quarantine period
April 29, 2024
Which IPL team will benefit the most from players featuring in CPL?
Some players are getting key match practice as franchises keep keen eye on form
May 01, 2024
IPL 2020
IPL 2020: Rajasthan Royals COO not worried about late arrival of England, Australia players
Jake Lush McCrum believes playing in a competitive series prior to the season will only be an advantage
May 01, 2024
David Warner, Steven Smith, Glenn Maxwell, Pat Cummins set to miss start of IPL 2020
The former Australia allrounder was appointed Rajasthan Royals coach for three years from IPL 2020
April 23, 2024
2020 IPL will be 'more secure' from corruption due to bubble
BCCI anti-corruption head still wary about corruptors using social media to contact players
May 01, 2024
IPL 2020 news
Rajasthan Royals fielding coach Dishant Yagnik tests positive for Covid-19
He has been advised to get admitted to hospital for a 14-day quarantine
May 01, 2024
IPL 2020
CSK eye short camp in Chennai; RCB players to quarantine before UAE flight
Likely travel dates of all eight IPL franchises ahead of upcoming season
May 01, 2024
IPL 2020
2020 IPL: How will Vivo's absence and IPL's move to UAE hurt the franchises?
A few sponsorship deals could be renegotiated this IPL
May 01, 2024
IPL franchises begin quarantining and testing for Covid-19
Teams still waiting for tournament's Standard Operating Procedures to be finalised by the governing council
May 01, 2024
IPL 2020
IPL 2020 SOPs: Rigorous testing, restricted movement, one team per hotel
IPL has permitted families to travel and stay inside the bio-secure bubble, but franchises to take final decision
May 01, 2024
What to expect from the IPL Governing Council meeting
From safety protocols to assigning home grounds, here is what could happen during the Sunday meeting
May 01, 2024
Ahead of IPL Governing Council meeting, questions on Covid-19 testing and bio-bubbles
It's expected that protocols for the tournament in the UAE will be finalised at the meeting on August 2
May 01, 2024
Tom Curran hopes strong IPL showing can boost T20 World Cup case
Seamer thinks successful tournament with Rajasthan Royals can push him forward in England queue
April 24, 2024
IPL Central
IPL Central: Kieron Pollard fined for showing dissent
Catch all the pre-season IPL buzz on the go right here
April 21, 2024
Delhi Daredevils v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Delhi
Talking points - Riyan Parag, the youngest to hit an IPL fifty
He may no longer scare batsmen - as he did his coach once - but this season he's shown he's got the goods to thrive in the IPL
April 28, 2024
Capitals v Royals, IPL 2019, Delhi
Capitals finish league stage with win; Royals eliminated
Delhi Capitals made two changes, with Ishant Sharma and Keemo Paul coming in for Chris Morris and J Suchith
April 28, 2024
IPL 2019
Race to the playoffs: Royals and Sunrisers eye fourth spot, Capitals seek top-two finish
A look ahead to what's at stake in Saturday's double-header
April 29, 2024
Delhi Capitals v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Delhi
For Royals against Rabada-less Capitals, it's win and hope for the best
Delhi are already in the playoffs, but will hope to win their final group game to try and book their place in the top two
April 28, 2024
IPL 2019
Four teams, one last spot in the playoffs
What do the qualifying scenarios look like for Sunrisers, KKR, Kings XI and Royals?
April 29, 2024
IPL 2019
Does winning the toss make a big difference in the IPL?
The answer is a resounding yes, if you analyse what sides look to do and the advantage they gain after winning the toss
May 01, 2024
Royal Challengers Bangalore v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Bengaluru
Gopal hat-trick in washout, RCB eliminated
Royals dropped Ashton Turner and brought in 19-year-old allrounder Mahipal Lomror
April 23, 2024
Australia news
Turner set for further shoulder surgery to boost Australia chances
The Australian batsman has been struggling in the field and unable to bowl since late last year and will have another operation in July
April 26, 2024
Aussies overseas
Aussies overseas: Warner's world in the IPL, Siddle sizzles in the UK
The latest round-up of how the Australians are performing in the IPL and county cricket as the World Cup and Australia A tours edge closer
April 26, 2024
Royal Challengers Bangalore v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Bengaluru
Steven Smith hopes to sign off with a flourish
Smith will play his last match of IPL 2019 against Royal Challengers Bangalore before linking up with the Australian World Cup-bound team
April 21, 2024
RCB v Royals, IPL 2019, Bengaluru
Can Rajasthan Royals keep their hopes alive?
They need to win both their remaining games to retain a chance of qualifying, while RCB need a miracle
April 21, 2024
Royals v Sunrisers, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Talking Points - Sunrisers Hyderabad fritter away another good start
Understanding an underappreciated facet of the Australian opener's game
April 22, 2024
Royals v Sunrisers, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Livingstone, Samson, Unadkat keep Royals' playoff hopes alive
Wriddhiman Saha has taken the keeping gloves from Jonny Bairstow, who along with the Royals duo of Jofra Archer and Ben Stokes has left the IPL for England duty
April 21, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Depleted Royals have no margin for error as Sunrisers come calling
It's a must-win game for Steven Smith's men, while the stakes are slightly lower for the visitors, who are comparatively better-placed on the table,
April 28, 2024
Kolkata Knight Riders v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Kolkata
Talking points: The secret behind DK's success
A pace-friendly Eden Gardens pitch played into the visiting Rajasthan Royals' hands
April 28, 2024
Kolkata Knight Riders v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Kolkata
Dinesh Karthik's 97* in vain after Riyan Parag and Jofra Archer's late fireworks
Kolkata Knight Riders left Robin Uthappa and Kuldeep Yadav out for the second successive game, while Rajasthan Royals brought back Varun Aaron
May 01, 2024
Kolkata Knight Riders v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Kolkata
Knight Riders host Royals with time running out for both teams
KKR have lost five straight matches, while Rajasthan Royals are one loss away from crashing out of the race for the playoffs
April 22, 2024
Aussies Overseas: Smith times his run, Pattinson knocks over Maxwell
The latest round-up of how the Australians are performing in the IPL and county cricket as the World Cup and Australia A tours edge closer
April 28, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Delhi Capitals, IPL, Jaipur
Rahane and Pant make statements by playing to strengths
One has been dropped as captain and both have missed out on the World Cup but this was a display of them at their best
April 26, 2024
Ashton Turner's record five ducks in a row
The Australian batsman is having a run to forget in T20 having failed to score in five consecutive matches including four golden ducks
April 21, 2024
IPL 2019
Smart Stats: Pant 286.1 trumps Rahane 183.5
Though Ajinkya Rahane scored a century, his slow start and slow finish meant Rishabh Pant's rapid fifty was more valuable
April 27, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Delhi Capitals, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Talking points: Rahane's dream T20 innings
That - in light of the month he's had - is significant. Missed a World Cup spot. Lost the Royals captaincy. And today, he even ran out his partner for 0 off 0 and then got dropped
May 01, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Delhi Capitals, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Pant's brilliance puts Rahane century in the shade
Rajasthan Royals keep faith in the same XI that won them their last game, while Capitals bring in Chris Morris for Sandeep Lamichhane
April 26, 2024
IPL 2019
Smart stats - Who has been the best fielding side in IPL 2019?
An in-depth look at who are the best and worst fielding teams and who are the key game changers - positively and negatively
April 26, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Delhi Capitals, IPL 2019
Royals need to brace for Capitals' spin choke
The sides meet for the first time this season, with Royals needing to do all the running to remain in contention
April 30, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Mumbai Indians, IPL 2019, Jaipur
With the bat and in the mind, Steven Smith is 'happy where things are at'
'Perfect team man' Ajinkya Rahane responded positively to Royals' leadership change, says the new captain
April 29, 2024
IPL 2019
Who should have won Player of the Match: Steven Smith or Shreyas Gopal?
ESPNcricinfo's Smart Stats throws up some interesting numbers from Rajasthan Royals' win over Mumbai Indians
April 25, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Mumbai Indians, IPL 2019, Jaipur
How Archer and Unadkat beat the IPL's best batting side in the death
Mumbai Indians have been rampant in overs 16 to 20 thanks to Hardik Pandya and Kieron Pollard but in Jaipur they were both outdone
April 26, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Mumbai Indians, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Talking Points - should Tripathi replace Rahane in the Royals XI?
The swap isn't as easy considering Rahane's stature as a top-tier cricketer, but if we look at the numbers, Tripathi has a strong case
April 27, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Mumbai Indians, IPL 2019, Jaipur
New captain Smith leads Royals home to keep their campaign alive
Smith came into the XI for Jos Buttler, who has flown back home for the birth of his child, while Ben Stokes replaced Ish Sodhi and Riyan Parag took Rahul Tripathi's place
April 25, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Mumbai Indians, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Smith replaces Rahane as captain as Royals look for 'fresh approach'
Royals have just two wins in eight games, and need to win at least five of their six remaining games (preferably all) to make it to the playoffs
April 22, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Mumbai Indians, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Rajasthan Royals need to fix batting muddle to stay alive
Royals are nearing a point of no-return, and with Buttler and Stokes set to leave next week, their task only gets tougher
April 26, 2024
Kings XI Punjab v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Mohali
Talking Points - Royals no closer to solving batting-order muddle
Fielding Ish Sodhi, though he proved expensive, was a good ploy against Kings XI, who have been conservative against wristspin this season
April 27, 2024
Kings XI Punjab v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019
R Ashwin delivers the thrill as Kings XI return to winning ways
Kings XI play three spinners; Curran left out, 20-year old left-arm seamer Arshdeep Singh debuts
April 28, 2024
IPL 2019
IPL 2019 mid-season review: where the teams stand and what they need to do
Halfway through IPL 2019, what are the teams' biggest strengths, and what potential strategy changes can they employ to make up for their weaknesses?
April 21, 2024
Australia news
Aussies overseas: Maxwell's career-best haul, Warner keeps on rolling
The latest round-up of how the Australians are performing in the IPL and county cricket as the World Cup and A squads are named
April 29, 2024
Kings XI Punjab v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Mohali
R Ashwin v Jos Buttler, Round two: who will blink first?
Both Kings XI Punjab and Rajasthan Royals will look to break away from the bottom half of the points table
April 27, 2024
IPL 2019
Smart Stats: Buttler does half of Royals' job
ESPNcricinfo's Smart Stats reckons Jos Buttler contributed 49% to Rajasthan Royals' four-wicket win against Mumbai Indians
April 25, 2024
Mumbai Indians v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Mumbai
From needing 20 off 24 to almost losing the game - a Royal drama
At one point they needed less than a run a ball with eight wickets in hand. But then they started wobbling. Wobbling badly
April 29, 2024
Mumbai Indians v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Mumbai
Talking Points - Hardik Pandya drags Mumbai out of a hole, again
Mumbai Indians continue to be far too inflexible with their batting order, while Rajasthan Royals were anything but with their field placements
April 25, 2024
Mumbai Indians v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Mumbai
Buttler fifty sets up sloppy Royals win
Rajasthan Royals made two changes whereas the hosts left out Siddhesh Lad for their now fit captain
April 25, 2024
Mumbai Indians v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Mumbai
Dispirited Royals look for batting lift against confident Mumbai
Royals will need to pull a rabbit out of their hat to stall Mumbai in the first day-night game at the Wankhede this season
April 25, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019, Jaipur
MS Dhoni's on-field outburst 'probably not' right - Jos Buttler
Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming said that Dhoni took the field only to get clarity since there was confusion about the no-ball decision
April 25, 2024
Royals v Super Kings, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Sixes, (non-)no-balls, confrontations: how that dramatic final over unfolded in Jaipur
How our ball-by-ball commentary captured the seesawing emotions of one of the most dramatic overs in IPL history
April 21, 2024
Royals v CSK, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Talking Points - What was MS Dhoni thinking?
The dilemma of the high-impact superstar in a misfiring line-up
April 21, 2024
Royals v CSK, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Santner's last-ball six seals dramatic win after Dhoni, Rayudu fifties
Also in for Royals are Jaydev Unadkat and the 17-year-old legspinner Riyan Parag, who makes his IPL debut
May 01, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2019
Will Rajasthan Royals make the bold calls before it's too late?
They're second from bottom, and are up against the high-flying Super Kings. Is it time to bring in Ashton Turner and leave out Ben Stokes?
April 21, 2024
Australians in IPL and county cricket
Aussies overseas: Warner and Smith find form, Renshaw misses out
An enormous number of Australians are playing in overseas competitions in the lead up to the World Cup and Ashes tours. Here is how they are faring so far.
April 21, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2019, Jaipur
'At least it can be a dead ball' - Ajinkya Rahane's plea after Chris Lynn's reprieve
The delivery from Dhawal Kulkarni hit the stumps, but the bails stayed put, and it ran away for four runs too
April 29, 2024
Royals v KKR, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Talking Points - What's up with the zing bails in IPL 2019?
Both teams packed their attacks with slower options, and this had a telling effect on one Royals batsman
April 25, 2024
Royals v KKR, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Chris Lynn and Sunil Narine blow away sluggish Rajasthan Royals
Gurney comes in for Lockie Ferguson while the legspinner Midhun replaces Varun Aaron in the Royals line-up
April 26, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Upbeat Rajasthan Royals aim to stop the Russell madness
Royals are grappling with the form of Rahane and their pace attack; Knight Riders are flying high after their Bengaluru conquest
April 23, 2024
Jos Buttler queries 'wishy-washy' law in wake of mankading controversy
England batsman gives first in-depth interview since controversy in IPL opening fixture
April 29, 2024
Royals v RCB, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Superstats - Leggies on a roll, and butter-fingered RCB
How much did Umesh Yadav's drop, which gave Steven Smith a life, affect the game? More such questions answered with EPSNcricinfo's Superstats
April 26, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2019
Wrong'un is right for Kohli and de Villiers
Shreyas Gopal got them out similarly last year. He's had the last laugh here too
April 21, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Shreyas Gopal and Jos Buttler hand RCB fourth straight defeat
Sanju Samson was injured for the fixture, while Prayas Ray Burman, Colin de Grandhomme, Shivam Dube and Jaydev Unadkat were left out of their respective sides
April 28, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Winless Royal Challengers Bangalore, Rajasthan Royals in need of all-round lift
Royals will face a problem of plenty when it comes to juggling their overseas slots
May 01, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Chennai
We need to get that 'W' next to Rajasthan Royals' name - Ben Stokes
After three straight defeats, things could only get more difficult for Rajasthan Royals with the impending exodus of their England and Australia recruits
April 22, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Chennai
Talking Points - MS Dhoni redefines 'par score' on dewy night
Just a week after spinners ruled against Royal Challengers in the tournament opener, the Rajasthan Royals quicks troubled Chennai Super Kings' top order
April 21, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Chennai
Vintage MS Dhoni turns the tables as Rajasthan Royals fall to third defeat
Chennai Super Kings picked four overseas players in their XI for the first time this season
April 30, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Chennai
Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk, a mighty test for misfiring Rajasthan Royals
Royals could have won both the matches they have lost, and now come up against the well-oiled Super Kings machine in their backyard
April 25, 2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Hyderabad
Bhuvneshwar slips in the death overs, Royals reverse their 2018 trend
Rashid Khan was brought on early for one reason. And he did his job quickly
April 21, 2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2019, Hyderabad
Samson ton in vain after Warner-Bairstow fireworks
Sunrisers captain Kane Williamson recovered sufficiently from a shoulder injury to enter the XI in place of Shakib Al Hasan
May 01, 2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad v Rajasthan Royals, Hyderabad, IPL 2019
Spotlight on Smith and Warner as Royals look to breach Sunrisers' fortress
Sunrisers Hyderabad are still waiting on Kane Williamson's fitness, but the regular captain is likely to be good to go
May 01, 2024
IPL 2019
Sidharth Monga: The spirit of cricket is not a substitute for the laws
It is typical of cricket to vilify a bowler's actions despite having behaved within the laws of the game
April 29, 2024
Royals v Kings XI, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Jos Buttler dismissal deemed legal by MCC amid scrutiny of the Laws
'It was understandable' how Bruce Oxenford, the TV umpire, had seen fit to give Buttler out, state Guardians of the Laws
April 29, 2024
Royals v Kings XI, IPL 2019, Jaipur
FAQ - mankading, Ashwin v Buttler, the law and the spirit
Was R Ashwin acting within the laws of the game, was the right decision made by the third umpire, and other big questions following the drama in Jaipur
April 29, 2024
Royals v Kings XI, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Drama in Jaipur as Jos Buttler mankaded by R Ashwin
Buttler goes off angry, Ashwin says his actions were 'instinctive'
April 29, 2024
Royals v Kings XI, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Ashwin 'ain't winning any spirit of cricket awards'
A mankading dismissal always brings out strong reactions, and it was no different when R Ashwin ran out Jos Buttler
April 29, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Kings XI Punjab, IPL 2019, Jaipur
Ashwin's mankad sparks dramatic Royals collapse
The team chasing has won nine out of the last 15 T20I and IPL matches at Sawai Mansingh Stadium.
April 29, 2024
Kolkata Knight Riders v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Eliminator, Kolkata
KKR to fight Sunrisers for spot in IPL final
Follow ESPNcricinfo's live report of the knockout match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals at Eden Gardens
May 01, 2024
IPL 2019
Talking points: Gayle turns middle overs into death overs
All the balls Rajasthan Royals bowled at him outside off didn't help their cause
April 27, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Kings XI Punjab, IPL 2019, Jaipur
R Ashwin and Ajinkya Rahane back in the spotlight
Both men are not often seen for India in limited-overs cricket but with the IPL, a tournament that seeps into the national conscious, they have a way to change that
April 29, 2024
Indian Premier League
Jos Buttler embraces the 'chaos' as IPL return for Rajasthan Royals looms
England batsman confident that positive mindset can pay dividends at World Cup too
April 21, 2024
IPL news
Steven Smith targeting return to action in Rajasthan Royals' season opener
The suspended Australia batsman underwent shoulder surgery earlier this year, leading to questions on his match readiness
April 26, 2024
IPL 2019
Rajasthan Royals could become the England fan's IPL team, claims Liam Livingstone
April 21, 2024
IPL 2019
Paddy Upton appointed Rajasthan Royals coach
This is his second stint with the franchise, having earlier led them to the IPL semi-finals in 2013
April 21, 2024
IPL 2019 news
Paddy Upton set to return as Rajasthan Royals head coach
He had taken up a similar role with the IPL franchise from 2013 to 2015
April 21, 2024
IPL auction
Glenn Maxwell, Aaron Finch opt out of IPL auction
Sam Curran is among nine capped players to list themselves at the maximum base price of INR 2 crore, while Lasith Malinga hopes to return as a player
May 01, 2024
Kolkata Knight Riders v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Kolkata
Talking Points - What was Ajinkya Rahane thinking?
Trying to understand Rajasthan Royals' baffling approach to the chase, and how they lost even though they had the best of the conditions
May 02, 2024
KKR v Royals, IPL Eliminator, Kolkata
KKR to face Sunrisers for spot in the final
Follow ESPNcricinfo's live report of the knockout match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals at Eden Gardens
May 02, 2024
KKR v Royals, IPL 2018 Eliminator, Kolkata
KKR bank on home advantage in loser-goes-home contest
Rajasthan Royals have a 1-6 win-loss record at Eden Gardens, and might be hampered by their lack of batting depth
May 02, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Canny Shreyas rips through RCB
Brought in with his team facing a must-win, Shreyas Gopal produced the best performance of his T20 career to knock out his hometown franchise
April 25, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Talking Points: Royals finally play their leggies together
With Jofra Archer opening and Ajinkya Rahane in at No.3, Sanju Samson had to wait
May 02, 2024
Royals v RCB, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Bengaluru boys knock out RCB, Royals stay alive
The three came in for Jos Buttler, Ben Stokes and Anureet Singh
May 02, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Royals, RCB scramble as playoffs race gets tighter
Defeat for either team will knock them out, but a win can't guarantee progression as they'll require favours from other teams over the weekend
April 21, 2024
IPL 2018
Qualification scenarios - Six games, five teams, two spots
An explainer on how the Royal Challengers Bangalore v Sunrisers Hyderabad game will affect the play-off race
April 27, 2024
Kolkata Knight Riders v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Kolkata
How does KKR's win against Royals impact playoff qualification?
Against KKR, Rahul Tripathi joined Jos Buttler for the first time and they smashed 63 off 4.5 overs for the first wicket
April 21, 2024
KKR v Royals, IPL 2018, Kolkata
Kuldeep, Russell push KKR closer to playoffs
Both teams have 12 points from 12 games, with the winner set to move to third place on the league table without yet confirming a playoff spot
May 01, 2024
Kolkata Knight Riders v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Kolkata
KKR bank on Eden's spin to edge ahead in playoffs race
Two points separate the five teams vying for the final two playoff spots. KKR and Royals are part of this mid-table muddle. Neither will want to let the other get ahead
May 01, 2024
Mumbai Indians v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Mumbai
Jofra Archer bosses the big leagues
Since breaking into the Rajasthan Royals XI, Jofra Archer has quickly established himself as the team's leading bowler
April 25, 2024
Indian Premier League 2018
Talking Points - Ajinkya Rahane breaks convention
Rather than holding back Jofra Archer and Jaydev Unadkat for the last four overs, the Royals captain went for wickets
April 21, 2024
Mumbai Indians v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Mumbai
Buttler makes easy work of Mumbai to lift Royals to fifth place
Ish Sodhi missed out due to illness and D'Arcy Short replaced him; Shreyas Gopal and Dhawal Kulkarni were the other inclusions for Rajasthan Royals as Mumbai Indians were unchanged
April 21, 2024
Mumbai Indians v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Mumbai
Rahane comes home on a mission
Royals can control their fate by winning their next three. The first of those is against a side with a history of pulling off late heists
April 21, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Did Dhoni not allocate the death overs properly?
A look at how Rajasthan Royals' new opening pair made Dhoni change tactics, what lengths were bowled to the CSK captain, and where CSK lost the match
April 30, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Jos Buttler unlocks another dimension
The England batsman showed that he has it in him to anchor a chase and finish it off
April 28, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Buttler keeps Royals relevant in race to playoffs
In a game that Rajasthan Royals must win to stay in the playoff race, MS Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings asked them to field
April 30, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Royals run into in-form CSK with time running out
Another win for MS Dhoni's men will take them a step closer to making the knockouts for the ninth time in as many seasons
April 30, 2024
IPL 2018
Should spinners bowl in the death in IPL?
Depending on the pitch, outfield size and batsmen at the crease, spin could be a good alternative to the traditional death-over tricks by pace bowlers
April 26, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Kings XI Punjab, IPL 2018, Jaipur
When Ish Sodhi impressed Shane Warne
The New Zealand legspinner had a smart economy rate of 0.74 and strangled Kings XI Punjab's chase of 159 to keep Rajasthan Royals alive
April 25, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Kings XI Punjab, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Talking Points - Ashwin's tit-for-tat move fails
A duck for R Ashwin at No.3? He was just keeping his promise of being unpredictable this IPL
April 23, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Kings XI Punjab, IPL 2018, Jaipur
KL Rahul unbeaten, but Royals beat rest of Kings XI
Kings XI Punjab dropped out-of-form batsman Mayank Agarwal and replaced him with Akshdeep Nath; Mohit Sharma returned to the XI to replace Ankit Rajpoot
April 26, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Kings XI Punjab, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Last chance for Royals to stay alive
After three successive losses, they desperately need the likes of Ben Stokes and D'Arcy Short to fire as they take on the in-form Kings XI Punjab for the second time in three days
April 21, 2024
Kings XI Punjab v Rajasthan Royals,
Rahul's masterclass in (p)acing a chase
KL Rahul racked up his highest IPL score, and helped Kings XI Punjab breeze to a 153-run target
May 01, 2024
Kings XI v Royals, IPL 2018, Indore
Talking Points - Why Rahul was given not out by the TV umpire
Jos Buttler had attacked Delhi Daredevils in the first six overs, but R Ashwin prevent a repeat with five overs of spin
April 28, 2024
Kings XI Punjab v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Rahul aces chase to end Kings XI's losing run
Considering no team has won defending a total at the Holkar Stadium in the IPL since last year, Kings XI Punjab captain R Ashwin won an important toss and chose to bowl first against Rajasthan Royals
April 25, 2024
Kings XI Punjab v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Indore
Royals desperate for more from Stokes, Unadkat
Rajasthan Royals, at the bottom of the league, need substantial contributions from their most expensive players against Kings XI
April 21, 2024
Delhi Daredevils v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Delhi
Belligerent top order gives Daredevils enough to edge out Royals
Delhi Daredevils replaced legspinner Rahul Tewatia with left-arm spinner Shahbaz Nadeem
April 23, 2024
Delhi Daredevils v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Delhi
Floundering Daredevils' near last-ditch attempt at home
A win for Rajasthan Royals will make them genuine contenders for the playoffs, but a loss will leave them in a similar difficult position to Daredevils
April 21, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2018, Jaipur
How do you solve a problem like Sunrisers' batting?
With Sunrisers' bowling, as it turns out. Also, let's talk about Ben Stokes and Ajinkya Rahane (again)
April 21, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2018
Williamson gives Sunrisers the extra gear
On a tough pitch with variable bounce, the Sunrisers Hyderabad captain provided a batting template the Rajasthan Royals failed to emulate
April 21, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Sunrisers Hyderabad ace another tight defence after batting slump
Royals also handed a debut to left-arm spin allrounder Mahipal Lomror, who plays domestic cricket for Rajasthan
April 26, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Rejuvenated Royals run into red-hot bowling unit
The race to the playoffs is on; while Sunrisers seem quite comfortable at top, Royals will hope their million-dollar gambles rescue them and seal a spot in the top four
May 01, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Mumbai Indians, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Gowtham wins it for Royals in clutch finish
With Rajasthan Royals needing 43 off 17 balls, K Gowtham showed off his hard-hitting ability, smashing an unbeaten 33 off 11 balls to seal a thrilling turnaround win
April 21, 2024
Royals v Mumbai, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Archer, Gowtham hand Mumbai another final-over defeat
Archer came in for Ben Laughlin while Dhawal Kulkarni replaced Stuart Binny. Mumbai were unchanged
April 29, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Mumbai Indians, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Rajasthan Royals in need of batting revival
Rohit's return to form mirrors Mumbai's rise. Can they sustain the surge?
April 28, 2024
IPL 2018
Talking Points: When will Royals play Rahul Tripathi in the Powerplay?
Chennai Super Kings, meanwhile, found a solo hero for the third time in four matches
May 01, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Pune
Watson sizzles in familiar role
After a poor 2017, Watson has done well to raise his game and show he's still got it
April 30, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018
Royals fall flat after Watson century
Rajasthan Royals leave out Kulkarni, Short for Binny and Klaasen; Karn Sharma debuts for CSK in their first match at their new home ground in Pune
May 01, 2024
Chennai Super Kings v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Pune
CSK seek to recreate stronghold at new home
Both MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina, who are recovering from injuries, trained on the eve of the match against Rajasthan Royals and could be fit to play on Friday
April 30, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Kuldeep, Chawla, Rana lift KKR to top of table
Royals keep trust in D'Arcy Short despite three failures; Archer continues to sit out
May 01, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2018, Jaipur
In-form KKR out to breach Royals' fortress
Royals are on a nine-match winning streak in Jaipur and are on a high after plotting RCB's downfall in Bengaluru
April 21, 2024
Royal Challengers Bangalore v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Bengaluru
Samson enthralls with old-school skill
The 23-year-old showed there's still value to be had from batting with finesse. That's not to say he didn't bring out the power shots when he had to
April 25, 2024
Indian Premier League 2018
RCB tripped up by friendly long-hops
The fab four all fell pulling short balls from spinners, and the bowlers didn't find the right line in the death
April 21, 2024
Royal Challengers Bangalore v Rajasthan Royals, IPL, Bengaluru
Samson's six-hitting masterclass
The stats lowdown on Sanju Samson's high-octane innings against RCB in Bengaluru
April 21, 2024
Royal Challengers Bangalore v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Bengaluru
Sanju Samson outguns RCB's batting might
Rajasthan Royals, on the other hand, retained the team that had beaten Delhi Daredevils in a rain-hit game on Wednesday
April 21, 2024
Royal Challengers Bangalore v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Bengaluru
Can RCB or Royals find top gear?
Neither team has really dominated yet this season, and both need to iron out niggling issues before the competition truly heats up
April 21, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Delhi Daredevils, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Samson takes lead role for Royals, again
Sanju Samson's counterattack allowed Ajinkya Rahane and Jos Buttler to play their natural game, a tactic that helped set up Royals' 10-run win
April 25, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Delhi Daredevils, IPL 2018, Jaipur
Royals return home with rain-hit victory
Gautam Gambhir, the Delhi Daredevils captain, was mindful of dew as he chose to bowl in IPL's return to Jaipur for the first time since 2013
April 24, 2024
Rajasthan Royals v Delhi Daredevils, IPL 2018
Maxwell threat adds to Royals' challenge
Royals look to formidable home record in Jaipur, once their fortress, in their quest to turn things around after nine-wicket hiding in their opening game
April 24, 2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Hyderabad
How Shakib set Royals up for meltdown
The left-arm spinner held his own against destroyers of the white ball through clever variations in pace and lengths on a spicy Hyderabad deck
April 13, 2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Hyderabad
Sunrisers bowlers prove too much for Royals
Alex Hales missed out as Sunrisers preferred an extra overseas fast bowler in Billy Stanlake
April 21, 2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad v Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2018, Hyderabad
Returning Royals face Sunrisers' bowling might
One returning franchise is already dominating the conversation this IPL, and now it's time for the other to come up on stage and say what's up
April 21, 2024