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After a blockbuster trade window, the Rajasthan Royals are heading into the IPL 2026 mini-auction with a radically different-looking squad. The franchise made headlines by trading their long-serving captain, Sanju Samson, to Chennai Super Kings, and in return, secured the services of superstar all-rounders Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran. With a new-look core, the Royals have their eyes set on building a title-contending team.
Here’s a full breakdown of their retention list, released players, and auction purse.
Rajasthan Royals Released & Traded Players:
In a major shake-up, the Royals have parted ways with nine players. This includes trading away Sanju Samson (to CSK) and Nitish Rana (to DC). They also released their entire frontline spin attack from last season, signalling a clear shift in strategy.
Sanju Samson (Traded to CSK), Nitish Rana (Traded to DC), Akash Madhwal, Ashok Sharma, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Kumar Kartikeya, Kunal Singh Rathore, Maheesh Theekshana, Wanindu Hasaranga.
Royals Rajasthan Retained & Traded In Players (In Indian Rupees):
The new-look Royals squad is built around a young Indian core and some explosive overseas talent. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Riyan Parag lead the retention list with hefty price tags, while the team welcomes three new faces via trades.
Yashasvi Jaiswal (18 crore), Riyan Parag (14 crore), Dhruv Jurel (14 crore), Jofra Archer (12.50 crore), Shimron Hetmyer (11 crore), Tushar Deshpande (6.50 crore), Sandeep Sharma (4 crore), Nandre Burger (3.5 crore), Kwena Maphaka (1.50 crore), Vaibhav Suryavanshi (1.10 crore), Shubham Dubey (80 lakh), Yudhvir Singh (35 lakh), Lhuan-dre Pretorius (30 lakh), Ravindra Jadeja (Traded in from CSK), Sam Curran (Traded in from CSK), Donovan Ferreira (Traded in from DC)
Purse Remaining:
After finalising their retentions and trades, the Royals will have 16.05 crore to spend in the upcoming mini-auction.
Slots Available for New Buys:
Rajasthan has 9 slots to fill, including 1 overseas spot.
