Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Sushant Mishra. [Source - @ipl/@rajasthanroyals/X]Rajasthan Royals, the inaugural IPL champions, will head into the 2026 season with a renewed sense of purpose after falling short of expectations last year. Despite showing flashes of brilliance, inconsistency at crucial moments prevented them from making a deep playoff run.With Riyan Parag taking over the leadership duties this season, Rajasthan Royals are entering a new era built around youth and long-term vision. The franchise has continued to stay true to backing young Indian talent over the years. As the IPL 2026 season gets underway on March 28, Rajasthan Royals will be banking on their uncapped players to rise to the occasion. Here is a look at a few emerging names who could be the breakout stars for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026. Uncapped players to watch out for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026 1. Vaibhav Suryavanshi Vaibhav Suryavanshi arrived in the IPL with significant buzz after being bought for 1.10 crore INR at the IPL 2025 mega auction, and the young prodigy justified the investment almost instantly with his fearless and audacious approach. The 14-year-old made his debut last season and quickly became one of the biggest stories not just of the tournament but of world cricket, announcing himself in stunning fashion with performances far beyond his age and experience. His defining moment came against Gujarat Titans, where he smashed a sensational 35-ball century, becoming the youngest centurion in IPL history while also registering the second-fastest hundred the league has ever witnessed. Heading into IPL 2026, Suryavanshi carries immense momentum, fresh off a dominant U19 World Cup campaign where he scored 175 in the final against England to clinch the title, and is now set to open alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal, taking over from Sanju Samson at the top. Also Read: Sanju Samson Openly Warns Rajasthan Royals With Special CSK Pledge Before IPL 20262. Sushant Mishra Sushant Mishra comes into IPL 2026 as an exciting left-arm pacer, known for his raw pace and ability to trouble batters across phases, making him a valuable emerging option for Rajasthan Royals. He had a breakthrough domestic season with Jharkhand, playing a key role in their historic Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025 triumph, helping them secure their maiden title with consistent performances. Mishra finished as the tournament’s leading wicket-taker with 22 wickets, maintaining an impressive economy of 8.92 and an average of 11.54, underlining both his wicket-taking ability and control. What makes him special is his impact in the middle and death overs, where he uses sharp pace, hard lengths, bouncers, clever variations, and pinpoint yorkers, making him an exciting player to watch for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026. 3. Ravi Singh Ravi Singh is a left-handed wicketkeeper-batter from Railways, first spotted in the UP T20 League, where his aggressive stroke-play and fearless intent quickly caught the attention of multiple IPL franchises. Rajasthan Royals secured him for 95 Lakhs INR at the IPL mini-auction after facing strong competition from RCB, highlighting the value he brings and his potential to emerge as an unexpected star for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026. In the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Ravi Singh scored 218 runs at an impressive strike-rate of 173.01, finishing as Railways’ best batter and showcasing his ability to dominate attacks consistently. A leg-side dominant hitter with clean power, Ravi Singh can take on both pace and spin, and also has the ability to play the role of a finisher, potentially easing the burden on Shimron Hetmyer while emerging as a surprise package in IPL 2026. Also Read: Rajasthan Royals’ X-Factors Who Can Win Them The IPL 2026 Title
