Rajasthan Royals have announced Sri Lanka T20I captain Dasun Shanaka as a replacement for England’s Sam Curran for the IPL 2026 season.

The franchise stated Curran was ruled out due to injury ahead of the tournament.

Director of Cricket Kumar Sangakkara noted Shanaka has been brought in as an all-round option to maintain team balance.

Rajasthan Royals are scheduled to face Chennai Super Kings in their opening match on March 30 in Guwahati.