Kal Somani-led consortium acquires Rajasthan Royals for $1.63B. Photo Credit: LinkedIn/Kal Somani
Rajasthan Royals (RR) is one of the eight original teams that embarked on its journey in IPL 2008. This franchise is notable for being the first to clinch an IPL trophy. Under the inspiring leadership of Shane Warne, the Royals’ victory in 2008 is celebrated as one of the remarkable underdog tales in the annals of Indian cricket. Sadly, the Rajasthan Royals have struggled to replicate that initial success in subsequent seasons.
RR Team Owner | Who is the Owner of RR in IPL 2026?
Photo Credit: LinkedIn/Kal Somani
Before the start of IPL 2008, Emerging Media secured the ownership rights for the Jaipur-based team with a bid of $67 million for a decade. This was the lowest bid among all eight IPL teams. In 2025, the franchise was under the banner of Royal Multisport Private Limited with Manoj Badale’s Emerging Media retaining a majority stake of approximately 65%, establishing him as the primary owner and representative of the franchise. RedBird Capital Partners held a 15% stake while Lachlan Murdoch owned around 13%. As of 2026, the Rajasthan Royals have been completely sold to a group led by US investor Kal Somani for $1.63 billion (₹16,290 crore). This group features Rob Walton and the Hamp family signaling a new chapter in ownership for the franchise based in Jaipur.
Rajasthan Royals Team Details | IPL 2026
Here’s a close look at the RR owner, coach, captain and more team details in IPL 2026.
| Category | Details |
| Team Name | Rajasthan Royals (RR) |
| Home Stadium | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| Owner | Kal Somani-led consortium (with Rob Walton & Hamp family) |
| Chairman / CEO | Kal Somani |
| Captain (2025) | Riyan Parag |
| Director of Cricket | Kumar Sangakkara |
| Head Coach | Kumar Sangakkara |
| Batting Coach | Vikram Rathour |
| Fielding Coach | Dishant Yagnik |
| Bowling Coach | Shane Bond (fast bowling), Sairaj Bahutule (spin) |
The Rajasthan Royals have officially announced Kumar Sangakkara as their Head Coach for the 2026 season. With Sangakkara as director of cricket, his leadership is expected to guide the team through a crucial rebuilding phase. Additionally, the Royals have retained Vikram Rathour as Batting Coach whose expertise has been crucial in developing the batting order. Shane Bond remains in his role as Fast Bowling Coach, while there has been a change in the spin department as Sairaj Bahutule will step away after 2025. In the fielding sector, Dishant Yagnik has resigned after the season and the Royals are likely to recruit a new coach to ensure fielding excellence.
RR Net Worth & Brand Value in IPL
When it comes to Brand value in the IPL, the Rajasthan Royals have not been one of the teams that have gained the most advantages in the league. A recent report from Houlihan Lokey indicates that the Rajasthan Royals rank seventh among all IPL teams with a brand value of $146 million. This shows consistent growth, yet it still places them in the lower half of the rankings. The ‘Men in Pink’ have relied heavily on their international players and their inconsistent availability has frequently impacted their campaigns negatively.
