Royals' Injury Woes Ahead of Crucial IPL Qualifier

Rajasthan Royals are facing significant injury concerns heading into their IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 clash against Gujarat Titans. Captain Riyan Parag has been managing a hamstring injury, which he also played through during their recent Eliminator victory against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The team is hopeful he will continue to play while managing the issue.

All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is also reported to be dealing with some unspecified niggles, though he participated effectively in the last match. Rajasthan Royals, aiming for their third IPL final appearance, are unlikely to make substantial changes to their winning lineup.

They will be looking to opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to replicate his stellar performance. Sooryavanshi currently leads the tournament with 680 runs and boasts an impressive strike rate exceeding 242. His unique batting style has been noted as evolving with the increasing pace of bowling he faces.

Meanwhile, Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill will be playing at his home venue. The Titans may consider bringing back Manav Suthar or R. Sai Kishore into the lineup after pacer Kulwant Khejroliya's previous outing. Key pacer Kagiso Rabada will be crucial for Gujarat in containing the threat posed by Rajasthan's Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, as Rabada is tied as the tournament's leading wicket-taker.