Rajasthan Royals
1x IPL Champions
Founded
2008
Home Ground
Sawai Mansingh Stadium
Titles
1 (2008)
Captain
Sanju Samson
Coach
Rahul Dravid
2026 Result
Missed playoffs
RR won the inaugural IPL in 2008 but haven't lifted the trophy since. The Samson-Jadeja trade with CSK brings fresh energy, and Rahul Dravid's coaching gives long-term strategic depth.
✅ Strengths
- ✓2008 inaugural champions — pedigree
- ✓Yashasvi Jaiswal at top (one of India's future stars)
- ✓Rahul Dravid as coach (ex-India coach, meticulous planner)
- ✓Young core with several seasons together
⚠️ Weaknesses
- ✗16 years since a title — cycle of frustration
- ✗Spin depth thin after Jadeja trade
- ✗Pace bowling lacks variety (single-type seamers)
- ✗Top-heavy batting — middle order inconsistency
- ✗Home advantage diminished by multiple home venues
🎯 IPL 2026 Season Recap
RR missed the playoffs, finishing 8th, but Jaiswal's continued rise at the top of the order and a settled batting core under Dravid gave the franchise a foundation to build on for 2027.
🏆 Championship Titles
2008
Champion