IPL: Rajasthan Royals to announce their new captain on Feb 24

Rajasthan Royals’ mentor Shane Warne will unveil their new captain along with Manoj Badale, co-owner on Saturday.

Mumbai, February 23, 2018: Rajasthan Royals are making a comeback to the Indian Super League following a two-year suspension. And the Royals are doing it in style. With less than two months to go the kick off of the eleventh edition of the VIVO IPL, the Royals are set to pick their captain. The Rajasthan outfit has joined hands with Star Sports to announce the name of their captain on television. This is the first time an IPL franchise will announce their captain on television.

Rajasthan Royals, who etched their name in IPL history by becoming the first ever champions, will now under the mantle of Shane Warne take on the challenge to find the perfect captain for the team. The Royals at this point are extremely well positioned with strong players including Ajinkya Rahane, Steve Smith and Ben Stokes, this makes the decision a tough one!

Ahead of the captain announcement, Shane Warne, mentor of the Rajasthan Royals said on the Star Sports network, “The captain plays an important role as there are players coming from different countries and he needs to bring them all together.

“A captain is instrumental to create a culture within the team wherein every one gels with each other on and off the field. We indeed have some great choices - the likes of Ben Stokes, Ajinkya Rahane, Steve Smith who bring leadership values with them. Jos Buttler too has capabilities to lead a team.”

Fans will be able to watch the entire episode of Phir Halla Bol - Return of the Royals - featuring Shane Warne along with Manoj Badale, co-owner – Rajasthan Royals as they unveil their new captain for VIVO IPL 2018.

The 11th edition of VIVO IPL starts on Saturday, April 7, 2018 with defending champions Mumbai Indians, who will host two-time winners Chennai Super Kings.

Rajasthan Royals will kick-off their season with an away fixture against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Monday, April 9, 2018.

Telecast on:

Star Sports 1, Star Sports HD 1, Star Sports Hindi 1, Star Sports Hindi 1 HD and Star Sports First at 7:00 pm IST