Synopsis
On May 1, Rajasthan Royals face Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2025 Pink Promise Match at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, reaffirming their commitment to women's empowerment and sustainable initiatives.Key Takeaways
- Rajasthan Royals vs. Mumbai Indians on May 1
- Pink Promise Match supports women and solar energy initiatives
- Six homes in Sambhar will be powered for every six runs
- Ticket sales contribute to women-led projects
- Team struggles in IPL 2025 season
Jaipur, April 23 (NationPress) The Rajasthan Royals have officially revealed that their eagerly awaited confrontation with the Mumbai Indians on May 1 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur will be the #PinkPromise Match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. This prestigious event underscores the franchise’s steadfast dedication to women.
Building on the success of last year, the Royals will again step onto the pitch with intention, wearing a unique all-pink jersey that represents solidarity with female changemakers. However, this initiative extends beyond mere symbolism—it demonstrates how cricket can catalyze change beyond the field.
This year, reaffirming their commitment, the Royals will illuminate six homes in the Sambhar region with solar energy for every six runs scored during the match. To amplify their impact, ₹100 from each ticket sold on May 1 will support women-led developmental initiatives in rural Rajasthan.
Moreover, the revenue generated from the sale of the specially designed Pink Promise jersey will be directed toward the Royal Rajasthan Foundation (RRF), which serves as the social equity branch of the franchise.
In 2024, the Pink Promise campaign successfully powered 260 homes with solar energy, facilitated by installations led by four women from the Sambhar region who received training through the Royal Rajasthan Foundation (RRF).
These women have played a crucial role in not only executing installations but also in overseeing on-ground operations, maintenance, and repairs—demonstrating that with adequate support, genuine and enduring change is achievable.
Currently, with just two victories in eight matches, the Royals find themselves in eighth place on the points table. What began as a promising campaign is rapidly fading due to repeated setbacks in closely contested games. Their recent defeat against the Delhi Capitals was characterized by poor decision-making during a chase that could have been easily secured.
Recently, the Rajasthan Royals faced a narrow nine-run defeat to the Lucknow Super Giants, where they fell short by nine runs in the final over.
