Rajasthan Royals finished as runners-up in the previous edition of the Indian Premier League. The Jaipur-based franchise qualified for the final for the first time since the 2008 season. Playing under the captaincy of Sanju Samson, RR attained the second spot in the points table and then defeated Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Qualifier 2 to advance to the final.
While RR fell just one step short of winning their second title, they will be keen to work their tactical errors in IPL 2023 Auction. Looking at the playing XI of Rajasthan Royals from IPL 2022, they have five proper batters and five proper bowlers. However, they lack depth in the all-rounders’ department, with Riyan Parag being their best available option.
RR have 13.2 crore in their auction purse for IPL 2023. Also, they have four overseas slots vacant in the squad. In this article now, we will look at the four names RR could target for the next season.
1. Rajasthan Royals may target Ben Stokes
A lot of problems in the RR squad will be solved if they somehow manage to re-sign Ben Stokes. The England all-rounder is one of the world’s best players. He can provide depth to the batting department and also be a reliable sixth bowling option.
2. Rajasthan Royals may target Sam Curran
Sam Curran won the Man of the Tournament award in T20 World Cup 2022. He will be a hot commodity at the auction, and it is possible that if Curran’s name comes up, RR empty their entire purse just to gain his services.
3. Jason Holder
In case the Rajasthan Royals do not want to spend big on one more player, they can target an underrated player like Jason Holder. He can bowl the death overs for the team and also smack some big hits in the slog overs with the bat.
4. Shakib Al Hasan
Shakib Al Hasan is another all-rounder who can provide that much-needed balance to the Rajasthan Royals playing XI. He can be a spin-bowling all-rounder option for the Royals.
