Before one of the biggest matches of IPL 2026, a relief news has emerged for the fans of Rajasthan Royals. The team’s playoff dream is at stake and in such a situation, big news has come about the return of two big star players. After this news came to light, the stir in the Rajasthan camp has intensified before the do-or-die match against Mumbai Indians at Wankhede.
Rajasthan Royals hope that captain Ryan Parag and star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja can make a comeback in the important match against Mumbai Indians. It is very important for Rajasthan to win this match to be played at Wankhede Stadium on Sunday, because victory will take them directly to the playoffs.
Captain may return against Mumbai
Riyan Parag could not play in the last match against Lucknow Super Giants due to a hamstring injury. In his absence, Yashasvi Jaiswal took over the captaincy of the team and Rajasthan registered a spectacular victory by seven wickets. Even before this, Parag had missed the match against Gujarat Titans due to injury. At the same time, Ravindra Jadeja has been out of two consecutive matches. Earlier, he was rested under workload management against Delhi Capitals, but later the team’s batting coach Vikram Rathore revealed that Jadeja is suffering from a minor knee injury. Apart from this, he was also told about elbow problem. However, now according to the report of ESPNCricinfo, both the players are fit and can take the field against Mumbai Indians.
Rajasthan needs to win at any cost
It is being told that Jadeja also practiced with the team at Wankhede before the match. He had long practice sessions in bowling as well as batting. Riyan Parag was not seen in the nets, but there is every possibility of him playing and he can take over the captaincy of the team again. The equation is very clear for Rajasthan Royals. If the team beats Mumbai Indians, it will directly reach the playoffs without depending on the result of any other team. But in case of defeat, the team will be out, because Punjab Kings have already overtaken them, while KKR can also leave Rajasthan behind by registering a win against Delhi Capitals.
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