Royals to play one warm-up tie

Reigning IPL champions Rajasthan Royals title defence preparation received a jolt after their two-match warm up series against South Africa8217;s Twenty20 champions Nashua Cape Cobras was reduced to a one-off tie. The Royals will now play their only practice match against the Cobras on April 11 at Sahara Park Newlands in Cape Town.

The Royals were slated to play their second warm up of the series named Challenge of Champions against the Cobras on April 12,but the organisers were forced to cancel the second game as the IPL authorities require the host venues to be clear six days in advance,a media release stated. Meanwhile,the organisers have priced the tickets at R40 for adults and R20 for students.