Rajasthan Royals Announce Pink Promise Match on May 9; to Light 6 Homesfor Every Six
Rajasthan Royals Announce Pink Promise Match on May 9; to Light 6 Homes
for Every Six
Jaipur, May 6, 2026: Rajasthan Royals have announced that the home fixture
against Gujarat Titans on May 9 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, will be the
franchise’s Pink Promise Match for IPL 2026, a marquee fixture dedicated to
driving long-term social impact through the power of cricket. Now in its third year,
the Pink Promise Match led by Royal Rajasthan Foundation (RRF) continues to
build on the Royals commitment to driving meaningful social impact.
A cornerstone of the Royals community initiatives, the Pink Promise Match sees
the team take the field in their signature all-pink jersey, symbolising their
continued commitment to women-led transformation. Over the years, the initiative
has evolved into a powerful platform that leverages cricket’s reach to create
meaningful, measurable change beyond the boundary.
Pink Promise is the franchise initiative to drive women-led transformation, built on
the belief “Aurat Hai Toh Bharat Hai”.
This season, the Pink Promise jersey carries a deeper narrative. Designed through
the Royals HunaRR Manch – Season 2: Rajasthan Royals Pink Promise
Jersey Design competition, which witnessed over 8,500 entries, participation of
over 700 designers across India, the jersey reflects the spirit of grassroots impact.
Built around the idea of women-led transformation, the design features a subtle
ripple pattern representing how change begins with one individual and expands
across families and communities. The winning design was created by 19-year-old
Samiksha Rameshwar Mundada from Nashik, who was adjudged the winner by the
jury.
The jersey also incorporates solar-inspired elements, symbolising access to clean
and sustainable energy, along with the names of women supported by the Royal
Rajasthan Foundation. Together, these elements bring alive the philosophy of
“Aurat Hai Toh Bharat Hai”, making the jersey not just a kit, but a story of
impact.
Speaking on the initiative, Alok Chitre, Chief Operating Officer, Rajasthan Royals,
said:
“The Pink Promise has grown into a powerful movement over the past years,
where cricket directly contributes for good beyond the game.We have seen this
initiative translate into real, tangible impact on the ground. In 2024, the initiative
helped power 260 homes, followed by over 520 homes in 2025. As we step into
another season, we remain committed to scaling this impact further and continuing
to drive women-led transformation”
As part of this year’s commitment, the Royals will continue their solar
electrification efforts in the region. For every six hit during the match, six homes
will be electrified with solar power, further strengthening the link between on-field
performance and off-field impact.
The initiative builds on strong momentum from previous seasons. In past two
years, it contributed to powering 780 homes, expanding access to clean energy in
underserved communities. At the heart of this effort are women from the Sambhar
region, trained through RRF programmes, who play a pivotal role in the
installation, maintenance, and long-term sustainability of the solar infrastructure.
The Pink Promise Match stands as a reflection of Rajasthan Royals’ commitment
to creating lasting impact using cricket not just as a sport, but as a platform to
empower communities and drive change where it matters most
