IPL 2026: Ravindra Jadeja Requests Captaincy From Rajasthan Royals As Part Of Trade Talks. Reports indicate that Ravindra Jadeja has requested the Rajasthan Royals (RR) management to consider him for captaincy as part of his potential move from the Chennai Super Kings (CSK). The two franchises have already created a buzz over the trade talks, and his request raises the stakes in the trade saga.
Recent reports indicate RR are keen on acquiring Jadeja in a heavy trade that includes Sanju Samson heading to CSK. However, the all-rounder reportedly made it clear that if he was to join RR, he wanted the captaincy. The move would represent a new chapter in his IPL career, where he has proven to be one of CSK’s main players year after year with both the bat and ball and a trusted right-hand man of captain MS Dhoni.
A Bold Move in Trade Talks
If he can secure the captaincy, it would be an immense leadership shift for the Royals, who began relying on Sanju Samson in 2021. It would also signify a big shift in the team, as the Royals have been developing young leaders in their batting order, like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Dhruv Jurel. Jadeja, on the other hand, brings innumerable hours of experience, possesses tactical smarts, and has a strong presence on the field, making him a worthy candidate to captain.
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The management of the Royals now has a difficult choice to make—whether to give the captaincy to one of India’s best all-rounders or stick with Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel or Yashasvi Jaiswal. Either way, this decision could alter the IPL landscape going into the 2026 season.