Fri Nov 22 05:18:06 UTC 2024: ## Rajasthan Royals Retain Yashasvi Jaiswal for a Whopping ₹18 Crore

**Jaipur, India** – In a significant move that underscores his rising star status in Indian cricket, Rajasthan Royals (RR) has retained young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal for a massive ₹18 crore (approximately $2.2 million USD) ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction.

Jaiswal, just 22 years old, was initially acquired by RR in 2020 for a considerably smaller sum of ₹2.4 crore. His meteoric rise since then has seen him become a key player for the franchise, notably scoring a century in each of the past two IPL seasons. Considered one of the brightest prospects in Indian cricket, Jaiswal’s retention reflects RR’s confidence in his abilities and his crucial role in their future success. The retention amount is considered a major investment in a player seen as integral to the team’s long-term strategy.

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