Team RR New Players: Here’s a Look at Upcoming Talent in Rajasthan Royals Squad for IPL 2019

The inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals (RR) have a knack of turning unknown players into big names. It won the 2008 edition of IPL with not so many big names in their squad. Though after that Royals have struggled to win the title the second time but of late they have done well. IPL 2019 Schedule in PDF: Download VIVO Indian Premier League 12 Full Timetable With Fixtures, Matches, Team and Venue Details.

Rajasthan Royals like most of the sides retained their core for the upcoming seasons and fine-tuned their squad at the auctions with some known and unknown talent. Royals also recruited some lesser known overseas players. Ahead of the IPL 2019, we take a look at some upcoming talent in the RR squad.

Riyan Parag: The 17-year-old Assam batsman was picked by Rajasthan Royals for a base price of INR 20 Lakhs. It will be interesting to see if Parag gets to make his debut or not. He is also a handy leg-break bowler. RR Squad in IPL 2019: Team Profile, Schedule of Rajasthan Royals in VIVO Indian Premier League 12.

Oshane Thomas: Royals snapped the Windies pacer for INR 1.1 Crores. The 22-year-old has already represented Windies in ODIs and T20Is. He recently picked 5/21 against England in an ODI. And now has 15 wickets in nine ODIs against his name.

Ashton Turner: The 26-year-old Australian middle-order batsman is known for his big hits. He recently smashed unbeaten 84 off just 43 balls to help Australia chase down 359 against India and announced his arrival. He is a known commodity in the Big Bash League. Royals will be hoping that Turner turns match-winner for them as well. Rajasthan Royals Tickets for IPL 2019 Online: Price, Match Dates and Home Game Details of RR in Indian Premier League 12.

After lifting the inaugural edition of IPL, Rajasthan Royals failed to qualify for last four for subsequent four seasons. After completing a two-year suspension, Royals made it to the playoffs last season.

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