The Rajasthan Royals (RR), is well known for having a loyal fan base that has the Indian Premier League (IPL) matches. Rajasthan Royals (RR), one of the most popular franchises was established in 2008 as one of the initial eight IPL franchises. The Rajasthan Royals are based in Jaipur, and the Sawai Mansingh Stadium is their home ground since 2008. In this season IPL 2023, this stadium will host their first match since IPL season 2019. For the IPL season 2023, RR has chosen to have two home grounds for this season.
Two Home Grounds of Rajasthan Royal in this Season IPL 2023
1). The Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur.
2). Barsapara Cricket Stadium of Assam Cricket Association, Guwahati.
The Rajasthan Royals have an objective to encourage cricket in the North-East part of India. Therefore, RR is hosting their two home games at Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati. The season behind this decision is to promote the game in the Northeast region to inspire the young aspirants of cricket to improve their skills to reach a global platform.
1. Sawai Man Singh Stadium, Jaipur
The Sawai Mansingh Stadium is located in the heart of Jaipur and has a seating capacity of around 30,000. It is named after the erstwhile Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II, who was a cricket enthusiast and instrumental in the development of cricket in Jaipur. The stadium was built in 1969 and has been the home ground for the Rajasthan Royals since the inception of the IPL in 2008.
The ground has a unique feature in the form of a circular pavilion that is reminiscent of traditional Rajasthani architecture. This pavilion is known as the “SMS Pavilion” and is a favorite among the fans.
The Sawai Mansingh Stadium underwent a major renovation ahead of the 2013 IPL season. The upgrades included the addition of a new stand, new dressing rooms, and a state-of-the-art media center. The renovations have made the stadium one of the most modern and well-equipped venues in the country.
The stadium has also hosted several international cricket matches, including Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. Apart from cricket, this stadium has been venue for several other sporting events, including football and polo.
The Rajasthan Royals have always enjoyed playing at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, and their fans have always turned up in large numbers to support the team. The atmosphere at the stadium during a Rajasthan Royals match is electric, with the fans cheering the team on at every opportunity.
IPL 2023 has returned to this stadium. The Rajasthan Royals trying their hard once again to make the Sawai Mansingh Stadium their fortress and thrill their fans with some scintillating cricket.
The pitch at Sawai Mansingh Stadium
The pitch at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium is known to be batting-friendly, with batsmen enjoying the true bounce and carry on the surface. The outfield is also one of the fastest in the country, which makes it ideal for the big hitters in the Rajasthan Royals team.
2. Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati will be RR’s second home ground for a noble cause. The cause is to promote sports in the Northeast. Rajasthan Royals (RR) will play their two matches on April 5 and on April 8 — against the Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals respectively in Guwahati. It will be the first time since the inception of the IPL in the year 2008 that a match held in the North-East State of India. Earlier also in IPL, the season 2020 match was scheduled to be held but the entire IPL tournament was shifted to Dubai due to the pandemic.
Inaugurated on 10 October 2017, It is a state-of-the-art cricket stadium. It is the largest cricket stadium in the North-East states of India. Barsapara Cricket Stadium located in Guwahati, Assam is owned and administered by Assam Cricket Association. The stadium possesses an impressive structure with spacious seating. It has the capacity to host a maximum of 50,000 spectators. The entire complex is spread over a land area of 59 bighas.
The pitch at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
The Rajasthan Royals have an objective to encourage cricket in the North-East part of India. Therefore, RR is hosting their two home games at Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati. The season behind this decision is to promote the game in the Northeast region to inspire the young aspirants of cricket to improve their skills to reach a global platform.
