IPL 2025: Why Rajasthan Royals will wear a special jersey vs MI in Jaipur? 'Pink Promise' match explained

Ishika Dadhwal

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The Rajasthan Royals are set to turn their IPL 2025 clash against the Mumbai Indians into a powerful statement. The franchise will host the ‘Pink Promise’ match on May 1 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, continuing its mission of supporting women-led transformation in Rajasthan.

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The Royals have long embraced their pink identity, but this initiative goes beyond aesthetics. The ‘Pink Promise’ match is an extension of the team’s commitment to creating lasting social change through the Royal Rajasthan Foundation (RRF), its CSR arm.

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To mark the occasion, the players will wear a special all-pink jersey featuring the names of RRF’s women beneficiaries. Proceeds from jersey sales will be donated to the foundation, and for every ticket sold, ₹100 will go towards supporting the initiative.

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Continuing their impactful efforts from last season, the Rajasthan Royals will once again link on-field action with real-world change. For every six hit in the game, six homes will be powered with solar energy, furthering the Royals’ push for sustainable development.

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The stadium atmosphere will be just as vibrant as the match itself. Ahead of the game, Rajasthani cultural artists and entertainers will perform, while a local sand artist will create a solar-panel-themed artwork. Additionally, augmented reality player booths will be set up outside the stadium concourse, providing fans with an interactive experience.

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Women beneficiaries from the RRF, alongside inspiring women from various fields, will be present at the event, reinforcing the campaign’s message of empowerment.

Rajasthan Royals’ leadership on ‘Pink Promise’

Rajasthan Royals’ Director of Cricket, Kumar Sangakkara, emphasized the deep impact of the initiative:

“Through ‘Pink Promise,’ we strive to create a lasting impact—not just on individuals, but on their families and communities, inspiring change that ripples far beyond. Last year, we witnessed firsthand how this initiative transformed lives, and that is something we hold deeply.”

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CEO Jake Lush McCrum echoed these sentiments, highlighting the campaign’s global reach and the importance of partnerships in driving meaningful change.

The Royals have already brought light to over 250 homes through the ‘Pink Promise’ campaign. With their 2025 initiative, they aim to expand their efforts, ensuring their impact extends far beyond the cricket field.

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Ishika Dadhwal

Ishika Dadhwal is a writer and editor with over four years of experience covering the NFL, NBA, WNBA, Cricket and Soccer. She’s currently an editor at The Sporting News and previously worked in an editorial capacity at Reach PLC, with additional stints at Sportskeeda and EssentiallySports. Her bylines have appeared in The Mirror and Pro Football Network. A passionate Patrick Mahomes fan, Ishika brings the same love for bold plays and sharp execution to her editorial work. Outside the newsroom, she loves dancing, painting, and turning everyday moments into little vlogs.