Adam Milne

Adam Milne is an express right-arm pacer from New Zealand who was signed by Rajasthan Royals for ₹2.40 crore at the IPL 2026 auction. A veteran of the international T20 circuit, Milne is renowned for his raw velocity, consistently clocking speeds north of 150 km/h. His addition to the Royals' roster was designed to provide a high-octane overseas bowling option alongside Nandre Burger and Jofra Archer, bringing a wealth of experience from over 220 T20 matches and multiple World Cup campaigns.

However, Milne’s 2026 season has been marred by his recurring battle with injuries. While playing for Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the 2025-26 SA20—where he was in sublime form with 11 wickets in 8 games—he suffered a severe torn left hamstring in January 2026. This injury not only ruled him out of the SA20 playoffs but also forced him to withdraw from New Zealand’s 2026 T20 World Cup squad just weeks before the tournament. Despite this setback, the Rajasthan Royals have remained committed to his recovery, viewing him as a premier 'impact' bowler whose ability to bowl at any phase of the innings—especially with his lethal yorkers at the death—remains world-class.