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Chopra Questions Royals' Major Home Games Shift to Guwahati
14 Mar
Summary
- Rajasthan Royals will play three home matches in Guwahati.
- Aakash Chopra questions the franchise's move away from Jaipur.
- The IPL 2026 season commences on March 28th.
Aakash Chopra has voiced his bewilderment regarding the Rajasthan Royals' decision to stage three of their Indian Premier League home fixtures in Guwahati, Assam. Chopra finds the franchise's strategy perplexing, questioning the rationale behind shifting a significant portion of their home games to a venue seemingly disconnected from the team's identity.
Speaking on his platform, Chopra highlighted the vast geographical distance between Rajasthan and Assam, noting that these regions are situated on opposite ends of India. He suggested this move appears unusual for a team that officially represents Rajasthan, even while acknowledging that the current captain, Riyan Parag, is from Assam.
This scheduling decision comes as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the initial phase of the 2026 IPL season. The tournament is slated to kick off on March 28, with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru hosting the Sunrisers Hyderabad. The Rajasthan Royals are scheduled to begin their campaign against the Chennai Super Kings in Guwahati.
