IPL 2018: SWOT analysis of the Rajasthan Royals Squad 

Threat

Experienced oppositions

Rajasthan has a dearth of experience in certain areas

The RR squad has been bolstered by some exciting talent that has been roped in from the domestic circuit as well as foreign soils. Shane Warne has also come back to his beloved IPL franchise, this time as a mentor.

However, they lack in terms of experience in their overall unit. While Rahane has been a powerful performer for them in the past, this is the first time he will venture into the role of a full-fledged captain. Jofra Archer and D'Arcy Short have proven themselves extensively in the Big Bash League this year, but are untested, and thus unproven, on Indian soils for now. Ben Stokes is the real powerhouse of their squad, but the English all-rounder is still taking strides to return to professional cricket.

Hence, this is a team that will take time to gel together. They will need to make up for each other's weaknesses to try and survive and thrive together, as a cohesive unit. A major threat to their campaign this season would be going up against opposition that is more experienced than them. It will be interesting to see how they plan to circumvent this hurdle through the next six weeks.