IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals’ strongest predicted XI against Kolkata Knight Riders
The Royals come off their first loss in IPL 2026 against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Middle order: Riyan Parag (C), Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja
Captain Riyan Parag has yet to make a significant impact with the bat for the Royals, scoring just 49 runs in the five games. While a lot of it can be attributed to the top-order doing the heavy lifting, Riyan, in the past, has been prolific with the bat and will be expected to make his mark as the skipper.
South Africa’s highly-rated prospect Lhuan-dre Pretorious played his first game of 2026 against the Sunrisers but was unable to make a mark. The 20-year-old is a clean ball-striker and is expected to make his mark on the IPL. Donovan Ferreira got runs against the Sunrisers, scoring 69 and stitching a partnership with Ravindra Jadeja, who scored 45. Jadeja has been used variably with the ball in the last few games.
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