Rajasthan Royals (RR) Records
Rajasthan Royals – IPL Records & Statistics
The Rajasthan Royals (RR) are one of the founding franchises of the Indian Premier League and the winners of the inaugural IPL season in 2008. Known for discovering young talent and playing fearless cricket, RR has produced several iconic players and memorable performances throughout IPL history.
Rajasthan Royals Records at a Glance
| Record Category | Record |
|---|---|
| IPL Titles | 1 (2008) |
| IPL Finals Appearances | 3 |
| Playoff Appearances | 7+ |
| Highest Team Score | 226/6 |
| Highest Successful Chase | 224 |
| Home Ground | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| Most Runs for RR | Sanju Samson |
| Most Wickets for RR | Shane Watson |
| Most Successful Captain | Shane Warne |
IPL Titles Won by Rajasthan Royals
| Season | Result |
|---|---|
| 2008 | Champions |
IPL Final Appearances
| Season | Result |
|---|---|
| 2008 | Champions |
| 2022 | Runner-Up |
| 2025 | Runner-Up |
Rajasthan Royals stunned the cricket world by winning the inaugural IPL season under the captaincy of Shane Warne.
Most Runs for Rajasthan Royals
| Rank | Player | Runs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sanju Samson | 4,000+ |
| 2 | Ajinkya Rahane | 3,000+ |
| 3 | Jos Buttler | 3,000+ |
| 4 | Shane Watson | 2,400+ |
| 5 | Yashasvi Jaiswal | 2,000+ |
Record Holder
Sanju Samson is Rajasthan Royals’ all-time leading run-scorer.
Most Wickets for Rajasthan Royals
| Rank | Player | Wickets |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shane Watson | 67 |
| 2 | Siddharth Trivedi | 65 |
| 3 | Shane Warne | 57 |
| 4 | Yuzvendra Chahal | 55+ |
| 5 | James Faulkner | 53 |
Rajasthan Royals Captaincy Records
| Captain | Matches | Wins |
|---|---|---|
| Shane Warne | 55 | |
| Sanju Samson | 80+ | |
| Rahul Dravid | 40 | |
| Steve Smith | 27 | |
| Ajinkya Rahane | 24 |
Most Successful Captain
Shane Warne remains the only captain to lead RR to an IPL title.
Highest Team Totals for RR
| Rank | Score | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 226/6 | Punjab Kings |
| 2 | 224/8 | Kolkata Knight Riders |
| 3 | 223/5 | Chennai Super Kings |
| 4 | 220/3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad |
| 5 | 217/7 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
Lowest Team Totals for RR
| Rank | Score | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 58 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
| 2 | 59 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
| 3 | 81 | Kolkata Knight Riders |
| 4 | 85 | Mumbai Indians |
| 5 | 90 | Chennai Super Kings |
RR’s 58 all out remains one of the lowest totals in IPL history.
Rajasthan Royals Team Records
| Record | Achievement |
|---|---|
| IPL Titles | 1 |
| Highest Successful Chase | 224 |
| Youngest IPL Captain | Steve Smith (among overseas RR captains) |
| Most Runs in a Season | Jos Buttler (863 in 2022) |
| Most Wickets in a Season | Sohail Tanvir (22 in 2008) |
| Most Centuries | Jos Buttler |
| Fastest Fifty for RR | Yashasvi Jaiswal |
IPL 2026 Season Statistics
| Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Captain | Sanju Samson |
| Matches | 14 |
| Wins | 8 |
| Losses | 6 |
| League Position | Playoffs |
| Top Run Scorer | Vaibhav Suryavanshi |
| Top Wicket Taker | Jofra Archer |
Rajasthan Royals enjoyed a strong IPL 2026 season, powered by the exceptional performances of teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and a balanced bowling attack.
Latest Rajasthan Royals News (2026)
Vaibhav Suryavanshi Wins Orange Cap
Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi dominated IPL 2026 with 776 runs, becoming the youngest Orange Cap winner in IPL history.
Rajasthan Royals Continue Youth Development Success
The franchise once again showcased its reputation for nurturing young talent, with Vaibhav Suryavanshi emerging as one of the biggest stars of the season.
Sanju Samson Leads RR into Playoff Contention
Sanju Samson continued to play a vital leadership role as Rajasthan Royals remained among the most competitive teams throughout the tournament.
Focus on IPL 2027 Title Challenge
After another impressive season, RR management is expected to strengthen the squad further in pursuit of a second IPL championship.
Greatest Rajasthan Royals Players
- Shane Warne
- Sanju Samson
- Shane Watson
- Jos Buttler
- Ajinkya Rahane
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Jofra Archer
- Rahul Dravid
Rajasthan Royals Milestones
First IPL Champions
Rajasthan Royals won the inaugural IPL title in 2008.
Highest Successful Chase
224 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders.
Most Runs for RR
Sanju Samson.
Best Individual Season
Jos Buttler – 863 runs (2022).
Youngest IPL Superstar
Vaibhav Suryavanshi.
FAQs
How many IPL titles has Rajasthan Royals won?
Rajasthan Royals have won one IPL title, in 2008.
Who is RR’s highest run-scorer?
Sanju Samson holds the record for most runs for Rajasthan Royals.
Who is Rajasthan Royals’ most successful captain?
Shane Warne is RR’s most successful captain and led them to the IPL title in 2008.
What is RR’s highest team score?
226/6 is the highest team total scored by Rajasthan Royals in IPL history.
Who was RR’s top performer in IPL 2026?
Vaibhav Suryavanshi was RR’s standout performer, winning the Orange Cap with 776 runs.
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