The 11th edition of the IPL is all set go through many changes and a rehashed players’ auction is not the only thing. (Photo: IPL) Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings are all set to make a comeback after serving a 2-year suspension and if things go according to Royals’ plans, they might come up with a new name. (Photo: AFP)
The Rajasthan Royals, which is owned by Jaipur IPL Cricket Pvt Ltd, wants to change its name before returning to the IPL. (Photo: AFP)“They have made the request but no reason has been given as to why they want to change the company name,” a BCCI official told the Indian Express. (Photo: AFP)The Royals might even want to shift out of Jaipur, which has been their home ground since season 1. (Photo: AFP)However, the BCCI may not abide by their request of shifting out of Jaipur, even though Royals getting a new name is just a matter of time now. (Photo: AFP)Royals are not alone, even Kings XI Punjab are planning to shift out of Mohali and they have also requested the BCCI to initiate it. (Photo: BCCI)Kings XI Punjab co-owners cited lack of home support and co-operation from the state association as the reasons for the shift. (Photo: BCCI)KXIP stated that they have earned more gate revenue from their home matches in Pune and Indore over the last two seasons. (Photo: BCCI)But KXIP’s road for change of home venue may not be that smooth as they will have to pay BCCI extra money for the same. (Photo: AFP)That’s not all, like Royals, Punjab will also have to come up with a new name if they wish move out of Mohali, which was their original home. (Photo: BCCI)
