Sam Curran in doubt as RR brace for IPL 2026 without star
Sam Curran in doubt as RR brace for IPL 2026 without star
Sam Curran could miss IPL 2026 with a suspected groin injury, leaving Rajasthan Royals to rethink plans after a high-profile trade that sent Jadeja the other way and Sanju Samson to CSK.
Rajasthan Royals could face a season without England all-rounder Sam Curran after reports of a suspected groin injury that might rule him out of IPL 2026. Curran, who joined RR from Chennai Super Kings as part of a notable trade that also sent Ravindra Jadeja to RR and Sanju Samson to CSK, has been keeping a low profile as medical tests run their course. The 27-year-old has been a regular presence in RR's lineup since his IPL debut in 2019, though last season he managed just 114 runs and a single wicket, leaving fans and management hoping for a swift recovery.
RR have kicked off their preparations with a training camp in Jaipur, focusing on building a balanced squad around the time-honored strengths of spin and pace. With Curran’s fitness status unclear, the coaching staff are weighing options in the event the England star cannot take the field. The first phase of the IPL 2026 schedule has RR opening their campaign against CSK in Guwahati, a reminder that every absence could demand tactical tweaks from the dugout.
Across six IPL seasons, Curran has delivered 997 runs and 59 wickets, a profile RR would hate to be without for a full season. His injury absence would also shift the balance of expectations for a franchise that has tried to hit the ground running after trade-season upheaval. Fans will be watching closely for news on Curran’s recovery timeline as RR plot their route through the 2026 season.
