Rajasthan Royals' standout player Riyan Parag has responded to the potential opportunity of becoming the team's new captain for IPL 2026 following the departure of former skipper Sanju Samson. Parag led RR in eight matches last season and is among the candidates to permanently assume the leadership role.

Samson concluded his remarkable 10-year tenure with Rajasthan Royals and made a high-profile move to the Chennai Super Kings in a trade deal ahead of the IPL 2026 auction. In response to the rumors, Parag discussed the challenges that come with leadership and indicated that the franchise is expected to announce their new captain after the IPL 2026 mega auction on December 16.

"I captained in seven to eight matches in the IPL last season. In the dressing room, when we would analyse decisi

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