Rajasthan Royals Anthem

The inaugural champions who rose from underdogs to IPL royalty.

The Rajasthan Royals, also known as RR, are a professional Twenty20 cricket team based in Jaipur, Rajasthan, that competes in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Founded in 2008 as one of the initial eight franchises, the team won the inaugural IPL season under Shane Warne's captaincy. The franchise has undergone ownership changes, including a reported buyout in 2026 by a consortium led by Lakshmi Mittal and Adar Poonawalla.

Quick Facts

Affiliation: Rajasthan Royals
League: Indian Premier League (IPL)
Home ground: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
First era: Inaugural IPL Season (2008)
Primary color: Pink

Lore & Background

In 2010, the BCCI decided to expel Rajasthan Royals from the IPL. The expulsion baffled captain Shane Warne, who suspected foul play. The Royals filed an appeal in the Bombay High Court, which adjourned the case. Later, the Royals told the court they would negotiate with an arbitrator. The arbitrator announced that while the investigation was ongoing, the Royals would remain in the IPL for six weeks, and the BCCI could not change rules against them. The Bombay High Court rejected the BCCI's appeal against keeping the Royals in the IPL for six weeks. Due to losses in court and reputational damage, the BCCI decided not to pursue further legal action, and the Royals were allowed to remain in the IPL.

Reader's Guide

The team plays its home matches at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur and at Assam Cricket Association Stadium, Guwahati. The team's record run-scorer is Sanju Samson with 4219 runs, while the leading wicket-taker is Jofra Archer with 70 wickets. Notable players include Shane Warne, Shane Watson, Jos Buttler, James Faulkner, Steve Smith, Jofra Archer, Ajinkya Rahane, and Yusuf Pathan.

Did You Know?

The team was suspended for two years in 2015 over a betting scandal, missing the 2016 and 2017 IPL seasons.
In May 2026, a consortium led by Lakshmi Mittal and Adar Poonawalla acquired the team for $1.65 billion.
The Royals were the runners-up of the 2013 Champions League Twenty20 and the 2022 Indian Premier League.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do fans experience this anthem live?

Supporters hear these sounds echoing through Jaipur's home ground, Sawai Mansingh Stadium. It is played to mark significant moments during matches within this iconic venue.

When was the anthem first introduced to the IPL?

This tradition began with the team's inception in the inaugural 2008 season. It has marked history from their underdog triumph to later playoff runs since then.