Tue Apr 29 15:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Rajasthan Royals’ IPL woes continue; expert points to tactical errors and Samson’s absence

**Mumbai, India** – The Rajasthan Royals (RR) are struggling in the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, losing six of their last eight matches and currently languishing near the bottom of the standings. The team’s poor performance has prompted criticism of their tactical decisions and highlighted the impact of captain Sanju Samson’s injury-related absence.

Former India captain Anil Kumble, a JioStar expert, attributed RR’s difficulties to several factors. He criticized the team’s batting order, particularly the decision to send Riyan Parag and Shimron Hetmyer ahead of Yashasvi Jaiswal in a Super Over against the Delhi Capitals. Kumble advocated for promoting Hetmyer higher in the order, stating that a rigid right-left batting combination isn’t always optimal in T20 cricket. He also highlighted the significant loss of Samson, calling him a “key player.”

Kumble expressed surprise at the Royals’ decision not to retain Jos Buttler, who is currently excelling with the Gujarat Titans. He suggested that RR’s poor game management in crucial moments, specifically leaving the chase too late, is another contributing factor to their struggles. Despite acknowledging the team’s talent, Kumble emphasized the need for improved tactical awareness and adaptability to turn their season around. The article also briefly mentions the Traders Gurukul’s BOTS summit and a new revenue-generating functionality for brokers.

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