IPL 2026: Royals Bring In Imanjot Chahal After Ravi Singh Injury

The Rajasthan Royals have confirmed the signing of Punjab all-rounder Imanjot Chahal following the season-ending hamstring injury to wicketkeeper Ravi Singh. The 21-year-old left-arm spinner was added to the squad on Saturday at a fee of Rs 3 crore and will be available for RR’s remaining matches, including their must-win clash against Mumbai Indians. Ravi sustained the injury during fielding drills in the match against Delhi Capitals on May 17. With the playoffs approaching, the franchise moved quickly to fill the gap with a player who has shown promise in first-class cricket, boasting a top score of 83 and 11 wickets in limited appearances. Sunday’s fixture at the Wankhede carries enormous weight. A win would place Royals fourth on the table and guarantee them an Eliminator spot against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Defeat would force them to monitor results involving Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders, making the outcome against Mumbai Indians the only controllable factor. Chahal’s ability to contribute with both bat and ball offers Royals a versatile option as they fight to extend their season beyond the league phase.