Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals are going to face each other on Sunday's doubleheader where these two teams are going to face in Guhwati at 7.30 pm. Both the teams are coming with a loss but the focus is on Rajasthan Royals it's going to be their home venue. Rajasthan has lost both of their matches which would be added pressure for them, though Captain Sanju is playing due to his recovery from the injury he is been playing impact sub-player for three matches. 

Chennai has also a mixed start where they have won their first game against Mumbai Indians and lost the second one against RCB. On the eve of Sunday, there is going to be a doubleheader where CSK is going to face Rajasthan Royals in the second game at Guhawti, it's going to be an interesting battle between these two teams who would like to return to winning ways. Some key players can contribute and turn the match on their own.

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1 Sanju Samson

Sanju Samson has a great record against Chennai Super Kings his accelerating batting gives smoothness to the score. Sanju has the highest score of 74 runs against the Super Kings, he can be more dangerous as he does not have that extra responsibility which he did earlier so he can go by free hand to launch the assault. Samson can be dangerous if he sticks in the crease for a long time as he has done many times. It's on Csk bowlers how quickly they give a send to this player. 

2. Rachin Ravindra

 Rachin Ravindra the New Zealand batter was an essential part of the team last year, he has scored an ample of runs which secured his retention this season for the men in yellow. He was the replacement of Devon Conway.  Last year Rachin scored 222 runs for Csk with one fifty including it. That confidence cracked CSK to buy him and they got him for the price of 1.8 crore. 
Rachin had a super start in this year's IPL season too against Mumbai Indians where his 65 runs paved the way to victory where the other side's wickets were crumbling In the second match too he was effective but got in Yash Dayal's yorker.

3. Jofra Archer

Archer is a lethal bowler in T20 his records speak for him same as in IPL he has delivered his magic, Archer was bought by Rajasthan Royals in 2018 from there he has been go through bowler for them. Jofra has taken a total of 46 wickets for Rajasthan Royals but sometimes he could be the most expensive like the last match where he gave out 74 runs in his 4 overs which is the most expensive skill in the history of IPL. There has always been rooting for him and can be deadly in the upcoming match against CSK. 

In the sixth game of the IPL 2025, the Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders (RR vs KKR) match will be played at Barsapara Cricket Stadium (Guwahati) on Wednesday evening (March 26), which will be the second game for both teams. Here, we are going through the Dream11 top captains and vice-captains for the match. 

IPL 2025, Match 6: RR vs KKR Probable XIs

Rajasthan Royals Predicted Playing 11: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson/Fazalhaq Farooqi (Impact Sub), Riyan Parag (Captain), Nitish Rana, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Shubham Dubey, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Sandeep Sharma, Tushar Deshpande

Kolkata Knight Riders Predicted Playing 11: Sunil Narine, Quinton de Kock (wk), Ajinkya Rahane (Captain), Rinku Singh, Venkatesh Iyer, Ramandeep Singh, Andre Russell, Harshit Rana, Spencer Johnson, Vaibhav Arora/Angkrish Raghuvanshi (Impact Sub), Varun Chakravarthy

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IPL 2025, Match 6: RR vs KKR Dream11 Top Captains And Vice-captains

Top 3 Captain's choices

Sunil Narine: KKR legend Sunil Narine is the key name in both batting and bowling line-ups for the defending champions. In their first game of the IPL 2025, despite a slow start, the opener Narine scored a valuable 44 off 26 balls with five fours and three sixes. While he had a century partnership with captain Ajinkya Rahane for the second wicket, disciplined Narine had bowling figures of 4-0-27-1. 

Ajinkya Rahane: KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane is in dream form with the bat. After having a great domestic season, including finishing as a leading run-scorer in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024-25 (469 runs), Rahane started the IPL 2025 with a strong 56 off 31 balls, including six fours and four sixes. 

Shimron Hetmyer: Caribbean cricketer Shimron Hetmyer is one of the dangerous T20 batters whose strike rate generally stays over 150. He likes to deal with boundaries, which makes his team’s scoreboard busy. In their IPL 2025 opener, while RR were already out of the game, desperate Hetmyer still managed to play a useful cameo of 42 off 23 balls with one four and four sixes.  

Top 3 Vice-captain's choices

Sanju Samson: At least for the first three games of the IPL 2025, RR regular captain Sanju Samson is playing only as a batter while Riyan Parag is leading the side. Although Samson always tends to get dismissed early, his consistency is getting better, and he scored a valuable 66 off 37 balls (seven fours and four sixes) in their season opener against SunRisers Hyderabad despite not getting a good start on their 287-run chase. 

Varun Chakravarthy: KKR spinner Varun Chakravarthy is in great form with the ball. Although he had a tough outing during the first game of the IPL 2025, where he had the bowling figures of 4-0-43-1, it was one of his rare performances in recent times. 

Fazalhaq Farooqi: The Afghan pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi is one of the most consistent pacers in T20 cricket since 2024, as he has recorded the joint highest wickets in this period with 89 wickets in 57 innings, including four four-fers and four fifers. The left-arm fast bowler is a key for RR. 

On the 26th of March, the most expected showdown of IPL 2025 between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) is held at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. The race for the top place is on, so both the teams are duking it out for the much-needed points. Here are the top three players to watch in this match:

1. Ajinka Rahane (KKR)

The leader of the KKR team, Ajinkya Rahane, delivered an exquisite performance of his batting skills in the debut game against Royal Challengers Bangalore by adding 56 runs to the score with a strike rate of 180, scoring off 60 balls. The tactics and efficiency of KKR in the first hit will be impacted by his guide and speed at the beginning of the match. 

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2. Sunil Narine (KKR)

Sunil Narine was the second top scorer for KKR with 44 runs in the match versus RCB and showed that he possesses the potential to play a brisk game as the team's middle-order batsman. His versatile style as a cricketer makes him one of the standouts to watch in the game versus RR. 

3. Sanju Samson (RR)

Sanju Samson, the captain of RR, is a name that he usually connects to strong opening acts made by a batsman in the IPL. In the season opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2025, his record against them revealed that he scored 66 runs. This historic figure is in his sixth season with a fifty-plus score in the first match. RR will greatly benefit from his stability at the top order.

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The form and the leadership roles of these players make them the most important figures in the upcoming RR vs. KKR battle.

Rajasthan Royals regular captained Sanju Samson has decided to play as regular batter for first three matches due the small injury which occured in his thumb during the series against England where Jofra Archer ball struck into his left thumb. He underwent on to minor surgery to thumb in last february which anticipated the small recovery gap and after the green signal from physios and doctors he is been allowed to play the IPL. 

However, for the betterment of the surgery and to focus more on the batting aspect, Sanju has decided to step down as captain for the first three matches. Sanju was also part of the ICC T20 World Cup team which was won by Team India last year. In the absence of Sanju rounder Riyan Parag has been chosen to lead Rajasthan Royals for the first three matches. 

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Aspects Of Making Riyan Parag A Captaincy Choice

It's been stated that Sanju Samson will be playing as batter and Riyan Parag has been chosen to lead the team for the first three matches. As per sources it's been said keeping an eye on the future aspects this decision has been taken, Riyan possesses the great calibre to lead the team well, Parag had a great season last year where he scored nearly 490 runs and was the top scorer for the team. 

💪 Update: Sanju will be playing our first three games as a batter, with Riyan stepping up to lead the boys in these matches! 💗 pic.twitter.com/FyHTmBp1F5

— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) March 20, 2025

Riyan Parag started his Ipl career for Rajasthan Royals from 2019,where he had been on and off seasons for certain time but his all round abilities were always been appreciated but for him the breakthrough season was 2024 where he was promoted above where his batting performance steeped up he started to finish some of the matches by his own and the amount of consistency which he showed was great prospect. 

Backlash Speculated For Making Parag As Captain

Though Riyan Parag showcased his ability last season making him the captain has caused Rajasthan Royals in big trouble where speculations arrived in all corners of social media about how many times Parag will be saved. Some said nepotism is at its peak in RR where deserving players like Jaiswal are waiting on the list and they have chosen Parag as their captain. Jaiswal should hire a better Pr to explore him otherwise he will be too suppressed like Pujara and Shikar Dhawan. 

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Another aspect to look into it as to promote cricket widely RR management chose Guhawti as their home ground for two home matches and Parag being a local boy would have better connectivity with that aspect too he might be chosen as captaincy choice now it depends on Parag how he takes up this challenge. 

An exciting piece of news for IPL 2025 fans, it has been officially announced that Sanju Samson will bat for his team's first three matches of the season. Being a batting wizard, Sanju's inclusion in these initial deciding matches is eagerly awaited by the masses. His consistent performance will be the key to setting the tone for the team in the IPL 2025 season.

With this, Riyan Parag will also be approaching as captain of the team in these initial games. Riyan is one of the young and new stars of the team, who will be essaying the captaincy role for the first time in the IPL. His leadership will be scrutinized to an extent as he guides the team through these deciding initial games.

While Sanju is focusing on the batting duty, Riyan will take care of the team with important decisions and keeping the team players motivated. Sanju can thus focus on what he can do best with the bat and Riyan receive some valuable captaincy experience in the process.

💪 Update: Sanju will be playing our first three games as a batter, with Riyan stepping up to lead the boys in these matches! 💗 pic.twitter.com/FyHTmBp1F5

— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) March 20, 2025

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This tactical decision is in line with the strategy of the team to equilibrate strengths of players and leadership roles in IPL 2025. Riyan's leadership will be a great learning process, while Sanju's batting ability is set to prove indispensable in the first half of the tournament.

As IPL 2025 starts, the performances of Sanju and Riyan will be under the spotlight. Fans are looking forward to this pair taking the team to a good start and producing success in the early matches of the season.

IPL 2025: Captains' Salaries and Their Captaincy Records

1. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)- Rishabh Pant - 27cr

Indian wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant is now the most expensive player in IPL history. After playing eight years with Delhi Capitals, he will play for a new team in IPL 2025, as Lucknow Super Giants signed him for a record price of 27Cr. Rishabh Pant has played 111 matches in the IPL, with 43 of them as captain. Under his Captaincy, the team has won 23 games, lost 19, and one match ended in a tie.

2.Punjab Kings - Shreyas Iyer: ₹26.75 Crore

Punjab Kings are looking strong ahead of IPL 2025 and they brought last year’s winning captain, Shreyas Iyer, for the new season. On top of that, Shreyas Iyer has set records of ₹26.75 Crore in the mega auction. Shreyas Iyer has played 115 IPL matches, with 69 of them as captain. Under his Captaincy, the team has won 38 games, lost 29, and two matches ended in a tie.

3.Chennai Super Kings - Ruturaj Gaikwad: ₹18 Crore

Ruturaj Gaikwad will continue as Chennai Super King's captain for the second season in IPL 2025. He was one of CSK’s key players retained before last year’s mega auction. The Chennai Super King's franchise bought for ₹18 crore, making him one of their highest-paid players this season. Ruturaj Gaikwad has played 66 IPL matches, with 14 of them as captain. Under his Captaincy, the team won 7 games, and 7 lost.

4.Rajasthan Royals - Sanju Samson: ₹18 Crore

Sanju Samson will continue as Rajasthan Royal's captain for the fifth season of IPL 2025. He got paid more in the retention, with his IPL salary increasing to ₹18 crore. Sanju Samson has played 167 IPL matches, with 61 of them as captain. Under his Captaincy, the team has won 31 games, lost 29, and one match ended in a tie.

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5.Sunrisers Hyderabad - Pat Cummins: ₹18 Crore

Australian fast bowler Pat Cummins joined Sunrisers Hyderabad for ₹20.50 crore in IPL 2024. SRH has kept him as their captain for IPL 2025, and this season, he will earn ₹18 crore this year. Pat Cummins has played 58 matches in the IPL, with 14 of them as captain. Under his leadership, the team has won 8 games and lost 6, with no matches ending in a tie.

6.Gujarat Titans - Shubman Gill: ₹16.5 Crore

Shubman Gill was made captain of Gujarat Titans before IPL 2024 after Hardik Pandya left. At that time, his IPL salary was ₹8 crore. Now, ahead of IPL 2025, GT has kept him for ₹16.5 crore. Shubman Gill has played 103 IPL matches in the IPL, with 14 of them as captain. Under his Captaincy, the team has won 5 games and lost 7, and 2 matches have ended in a tie.

 7.Delhi Capitals- Axar Patel: ₹16.5cr

In IPL 2025 Delhi Capitals announced Axar Patel as a Captain. Delhi Capitals retained Axar for ₹16.5 crore in IPL 2025. He is a very crucial player for the team, contributing with both bat and ball. Axar Patel has been a key player for Delhi Captails in the IPL, performing well with both bat and ball. In 150 matches, he has scored 1,653 runs, with his highest score being 66. He has an average of 21.47 and a strike rate of 130.88. Axar Patel took 123 wickets in the IPL, with an average of 30.55 and an economy rate of 7.28. His best bowling figures are 4/21.

8.Mumbai Indians - Hardik Pandya: ₹16.35 Crore

After a challenging season in IPL 2024, five-time champions Mumbai Indians have trusted Hardik Pandya to lead them again in IPL 2025. He rejoined the team last year for ₹15 crore. Hardik Pandya has played 137 matches in the IPL, with 45 of them as captain. Under his Captaincy, the team has won 26 games and lost 19, with no matches ending in a tie.

9.Royal Challengers Bengaluru - Rajat Patidar: ₹11 Crore

Royal Challengers Bengaluru is beginning a new journey in IPL 2025 with Rajat Patidar as their captain. RCB team takes retention for ₹11 crore this season. Rajat Patidar, a strong middle-order batter, has played 27 IPL matches, scoring 799 runs at an impressive strike rate of 158.85. His highest score of 112* shows his ability to play match-winning innings in crucial games.

10.Kolkata Knight Riders - Ajinkya Rahane: ₹1.50 Crore

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders will have Ajinkya Rahane as their new captain for IPL 2025. The experienced batter joined the team for ₹1.5 crore in the mega auction. Ajinkya Rahane has played 185 IPL matches in the IPL, with 25 of them as captain. Under his Captaincy, the team has won 9 games and lost 16, with no matches ending in a tie.

Rahul Dravid the wall is always been insiprational to the game. After leaving the position of Head coach from Indian Cricket Team he has taken up the job for coaching Rajasthan Royals. He has been part of Rajasthan Royals as player from 2011 to 2014. Where he led the team for last 2 years and after that mentored the team as well. Rahul Dravid calmness and steadiness have proved that his experience never fails under the tuff circumstances. 

Dravid had a great coaching tenure for team India ledding team India into the finals of 50 over world cup but couldn't able to win the last one. Yet he achieved the feat of winning the second World T20 title for India. Yet right after down from Indian Coach he was hired straight back as Rajasthan Royals head coach. 

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A Setback Never Excepted

IPL 2025 is just 10 days away and teams have started their sessions. Rahul Dravid has been hired by Rajasthan Royals as a coach servicing them for 4 years. Its return to his den, Rajasthan Royals would be expecting the same magic by him which he did for Team India last Year. Rajasthan Royals after winning their first edition never won the IPL trophy and they would have headed for it before they got this news. 

It has been reported that Rahul Dravid has not joined the pre-sessions camp for the team as he suffered a leg injury while playing cricket in Bengaluru but it has been assured to the fans that he is been recovering well. The franchise has recently shared the picture of the head coach having a strap around his legs which has stated that he will join the camp before the season commences. 

Head Coach Rahul Dravid, who picked up an injury while playing Cricket in Bangalore, is recovering well and will join us today in Jaipur 💗 pic.twitter.com/TW37tV5Isj

— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) March 12, 2025

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Captain Samson On Hail For His Coach Dravid

In a recent interview with jio hotstar Captain Samson Samson has shared lots of views and he precceds that the retained players posses that talent thats why they have been chosen by the franchise. On coming back Rahul Dravid as coach he said he is excited about it, he played under him as a player in 2014 when he was the captain of the team. 

He said he was the one who spotted me when he was impressed by my batting style and asked me would play for my team. It was such an honour to play with him and sharing the dressing room with him was such a proud moment. I learned a lot from him and he as a head coach for us will be especially a big boost for me. 

In a recent interview, Samson said regarding MS Dhoni, “Every time we played against Chennai Super kings, I Wanted to...“ This statement, though incomplete in the teaser, stongly indicates the deep respect Samson holds for the former indian captain. Like all other cricketers, Samson has also been influenced by Dhoni’s unparalleled composure, remarkable leading capabilities, and athleticism as a wicketkeeper. 

Samson has been the center of attention for the Rajasthan Royals brand due to his flamboyant batting. He has shown tremendous promise and potential to become a star, which has drawn comparisons to him and the world famous stumper Dhoni but unlike Dhoni, the 'Rajasthan Royals' have put faith into Samson and which has proven to be a smart decision.

Former Indian cricketer MS Dhoni is certainly India’s greatest captain and has been an integral part of the Indian cricket team’s success. He has mentored young players from their initial steps into the International arena and his Indian team always had a winning mentality. Several Indian odI players have credited Dhoni, including Rishabh Pant, Ishan Kishan, and Sanju Samson, admitting the manner in which he transforms the team while on the field is worthy of praise.  

"Every time we played against Chennai Super Kings, I wanted to...": Sanju Samson's big statement on MS Dhoni#SanjuSamson #MSDhoni #IPL2025 https://t.co/KjX2NhYWvM pic.twitter.com/51bWORVU7B

— CricketNDTV (@CricketNDTV) March 12, 2025

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Samson’s statement portrays Dhoni’s impact goes beyond the field, but rather as a teacher. Even after Dhoni stepped down as captain of CSK and his limited appearance each season for the IPL, his impact on the younger players defaulting to excellent is a testament to his gravitational pull.  

The rivalry between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) has been one of the fiercest rivalries in the IPL, and surely would keep the audience on the edge of their seats. Over the years, both teams have delivered thrilling matches and in the forefront were star players like Samson and Dhoni.  

Although these two teams share a healthy rivalry, there is no denying the respect both teams carry towards each other. Sanju Samson’s statement about Dhoni recently proves these two players met on the battlefield as rivals, yet as performers accepted each others talent.

As IPL 2025 approaches, supporters are looking forward to seeing Sanju Samson and MS Dhoni on the field again. Even though Dhoni’s future with IPL is unclear, he has left an indelible mark on harnessed players like Samson. Royals Inc will want to set the pace, and their captain will certainly bring along the wisdom of Dhoni. 

Samson's statements remind us that Dhoni’s mark in this sport will never fade. As a captain, mentor, or competitor, MS Dhoni is the personification of an athlete.

IPL 2025 season is on the way, which is just about days to left, players been joining the camp for their pre season sessions which will retaliate about the players and their confidence which they posses before the start of the big tournament. Rajasthan Royals have started their session camps and its been great going for them. This Royals have picked some exciting talents and 13 year old Suryavanshi who is the youngest IPL player in the history. 

In a recent interview Sanju Samson the captain of Rajasthan Royals was asked few questions where he was one of the question, he says he is an special and exciting talent we have been closely monitoring him, the power and technicality he possesses is really something unbelievable. Sanju is excited about this season where he is aiming to move ahead from playoffs. 

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Youngest Suryavanshi More Than Of His Age

In talking more about Suryavanshi Sanju moves on saying he has impressed in a test against Australia under 19, In the Asia Cup under 19 and in domestic games too.  I am impressed by his game, I think he is ready for the bigger picture it's all about keeping in shape and a good environment. You never know in a couple of years he may play for the Indian team.  He has a great range of hitting which amazes me, having such type of talent in our team is a great asset to us. 

There have been many changes in captaincy in every franchise but Sanju remains the same since 2021, he was asked what type of advice he would like to give to the youngster. He said I am the type of guy who would like to give advice I just observe him and let him play his cricket in whichever style he likes to play and then ask him what he wants from him and according to that, I will give my inputs. He is already bashing the bowlers out of the academy its just great to watch him. 

Missing Jos Butler A Lot

Rajasthan Royals had to let go of Jos Butler retaining their co-members on asking to opt out Butler he said if had one rule to remove it would be removing retention of players. He said he is missing Butler a lot, the seven years of friendship and batting friendship and suddenly you see he is not around you it makes you feel sad. We knew each other well and would like to be in touch. 

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He is an elder brother to me when captaincy was given to me he was the vice-captain of the team whose inputs were really helpful to me.  Let him go was the most sad thing for me. Even in the recent series against England too I discussed about this. This season Butler will be playing for Gujrat Titans.

In the world of cricket, Few names command the kind of respect and admiration that  Mahendra Singh Dhoni. From his unflappable personality to his transformative leadership, Dhoni's impact on the game is permanent. Though fans and analysts have speculated over when he will retire from the IPL, there are those who just want to see him play on. One of them is Rajasthan Royals skipper Sanju Samson.

"Thoda Aur" – A Sentiment of Millions:
Speaking to the media, Sanju Samson explained, "Whenever people say Dhoni should retire from IPL, I only think 'Thoda Aur' for Dhoni. And this "Thoda Aur" (a little more) has become a catchphrase for what millions of cricket fans feel about the former Indian captain

Not just admiration for an individual, but also echoing the sentiment of an entire generation having grown up watching Dhoni the masterstrokes he played. Whether it’s his helicopter shots, strategic captaincy, or ability to absorb pressure, Dhoni’s aura in the IPL is nothing but magical.

SANJU 🤝 DHONI...!!!!!

- Sanju said "Whenever people say that Dhoni should retire from the IPL, I always feel 'Thoda Aur' for Dhoni". [PTI]

A Fanboy moment by Samson 🤍 pic.twitter.com/nI8GKa7tV7

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) February 19, 2025

Beyond the Numbers – The Dhoni Impact:

MS Dhoni continues to be the cornerstone for CSK even at 42. He might not be batting as often as before, but just having him in the dressing room and on the field makes his teammates feel a lot more confident. His game awareness, calm decision making, and unparalleled experience make him an irreplaceable asset.

Samson, who has battled Dhoni both as an opponent and as a wicketkeeper-batsman himself, knows well the amount of fire Dhoni carries. * “You don’t measure Dhoni’s influence in stats. trainer, so he has that belief that is in short supply in the game, he added

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A Legacy That Refuses to Fade:

Dhoni is one of the most talked about players when it comes to retirement yet he has not bowed down to anyone yet. With each six he smashes and each spine-stinging stumping he executes, he reminds the world why he is considered one of the best the game has ever seen.

Sanju Samson’s “Thoda Aur” sentiment isn’t just about extending Dhoni’s career, it’s about paying tribute to his greatness, a recognition of the irreplaceable aura of the legend. And as long as Dhoni continues to step onto the field, million of fans, including his fellow cricketers, will come continues to hope for "Thoda Aur Dhoni" in the IPL.