After being acquired by Rajasthan Royals for INR 30 Lakh at the TATA IPL 2026 Auction, 19-year-old tall leg-spinner Yash Raj Punja could find himself in the history books if he plays a game this season, making him the first player from the UAE to feature in an IPL playing XI. He made a strong impression with his high release point and lethal googly, along with a unique ability to generate extra bounce and turn the ball at pace. Now part of a diverse spin contingent that includes Ravi Bishnoi and Ravindra Jadeja, the young "mystery" spinner could make a strong impact in the middle overs. As he officially joins the RR ranks, the youngster will look to translate his domestic dominance into a match-winning role for the franchise in IPL 2026.