Published 21:09 IST, February 14th 2020
Rajasthan Royals to play two IPL 2020 games in Guwahati: Assam Finance Minister
Rajasthan Royals are set to host two of their IPL 2020 home games in Guwahati's Barsapara Stadium. Assam's Finance Minister confirmed the news on Twitter.
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According to Assam's finance minister, Rajasthan Royals are all set to host two home games in Guwahati. The decision was taken during a meeting between IMG Reliance, the IPL governing council and the Assam Cricket Association (ACA). IPL 2020 is scheduled to kick off on March 29. Rajasthan Royals would look to add some silverware to their trophy cabinet. They last won the inaugural edition in 2008.
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Assam Finance Minister confirms Rajasthan Royals will play two IPL 2020 'home games' in Guwahati
It is a moment of joy for us as @rajasthanroyals will play 2 matches in #IPL's next season in #Guwahati.
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) February 14, 2020
I appreciate Sri @JayShah for this great initiative for the people of #NorthEastIndia.
May the spirit of sports keep us united forever. @IPL@BCCI
Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Assam Finance Minister, expressed his delight at Guwahati hosting a couple of IPL 2020 games. The move sees youngster Riyan Parag possibly play for the Rajasthan Royals on his home turf. Parag made a name for himself with his fearless approach with the bat (and ball) in hand. He is expected to be a regular feature in the Rajasthan Royals’ line-up in IPL 2020. Parag was also a part of the victorious Team India team which won the ICC U19 World Cup in 2018 under Prithvi Shaw’s leadership.
Rajasthan Royals will be led by Steve Smith in this year's IPL.
21:09 IST, February 14th 2020