IPL 2026: Riyan Parag and RR honour ground staff in Guwahati with special gesture after MI clash
Riyan Parag and Rajasthan Royals honour ground staff in Guwahati with a special gesture after their clash against Mumbai Indians.
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Rajasthan Royals (RR) went on to win the 13th encounter of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 against Mumbai Indians (MI) in Guwahati yesterday. The match was delayed for a long time due to rain, but eventually started around 10.20 PM, thanks to the efforts of the ground staff. They made sure to remove the covers on time and use the machines to make the outfield ready for play.
The home team won the match by 27 runs, after scoring 150 runs in 11 overs. The game was reduced to 11 per side due to the rain. Openers Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal put up an opening partnership that helped the team put up a competitive total on the board.
Riyan Parag and RR acknowlegde behind-the-scenes heroes in Guwahati
RR skipper Riyan Parag acknowledged the efforts of the ground staff by giving them presents after the end of the match. He clicked pictures with them and had conversations before posing for a group photo. It was a heartwarming gesture by the captain and the franchise, as the ground staff made it possible with their relentless hard work.
Without their efforts, it was impossible to start the match after almost two days of rain. It was an incredible day for RR and captain Parag as they won their third consecutive match in the ongoing IPL 2026. Their winning streak continues.
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Fans praise RR’s gesture after IPL 2026 encounter
Fans took to social media to applaud the Rajasthan Royals for their heartfelt gesture towards ground staff in Guwahati after the IPL 2026 clash against the Mumbai Indians. Many praised the team’s humility and respect, calling it a class act.
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