Riyan Parag: 'I am going to play for India, I don't care when'
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Riyan Parag: 'I am going to play for India, I don't care when'

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India travel to Zimbabwe after the T20 World Cup in West Indies and the USA which could be just the opportunity for Riyan Parag. So that is my belief, I’m going to play for India,” Parag said in an interview with news agency PTI. We were going to play for India regardless of anything.” India travel to Zimbabwe after the T20 World Cup in West Indies and the USA which could be just the opportunity for Parag. “Whether it’s the next tour, whether it’s a tour in six months, whether it’s a tour in one year… I don’t really put my thought behind when I should play,” Parag said. “That is the selector’s job, that is other people’s job.” Parag had entered this season’s IPL with the fact that he had not breached 200 runs in any of the five previous editions.

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Hindustan Times  

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Hindustan Times  

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Hindustan Times  

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Hindustan Times  

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Hindustan Times  

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Hindustan Times  

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Hindustan Times  

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7 months ago

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India Today  

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India TV News  

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Hindustan Times  

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Hindustan Times  

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Hindustan Times  

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Hindustan Times  

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Hindustan Times  

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The Hindu  

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Hindustan Times  

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India TV News  

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India TV News  

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IPL 2024: Batting at No. 4 ideal for Riyan Parag, says Rajasthan Royals coach Sangakkara
8 months, 3 weeks ago

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The Hindu  

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10 months, 2 weeks ago

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Sanju Samson was heard encouraging Riyan Parag in Bengali during India’s second T20I against Bangladesh on Wednesday, held in New Delhi. India captain Suryakumar Yadav used seven bowlers in the game and each picked up at least one wicket. Riyan Parag, who bowled two overs, gave away 16 runs and dismissed Mehidy Hasan Miraz on 16. “Khub bhalo ” said …

I’m going to play for India sooner or later: Riyan Parag
11 months, 1 week ago

I’m going to play for India sooner or later: Riyan Parag

Hindustan Times  

This is what Riyan Parag’s career has looked like since the last IPL. Riyan Parag of Assam celebrates his century during the Ranji Trophy match More impeding seems to be the prejudice that Parag isn’t exactly the most conventional character. “When you come from a state like Assam that people don’t associate with cricket, you always have to do double …

Deodhar Trophy: Riyan Parag says he’s trying to be mature outside cricket
1 year, 4 months ago

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The Hindu  

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IPL 2023: Very happy to see Riyan Parag, Yashasvi Jaiswal grow at Rajasthan Royals, says Sanju Samson
1 year, 8 months ago

IPL 2023: Very happy to see Riyan Parag, Yashasvi Jaiswal grow at Rajasthan Royals, says Sanju Samson

India Today  

Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson said that he was proud of the Indian youngsters who had been improving steadily at the franchise over the last few seasons. Playing their first match in Guwahati, Rajasthan Royals are expected to do well after their brilliant start in the Indian Premier League this season. Rajasthan defeated SunRisers Hyderabad in their opening game where …

‘Free bird’ Riyan Parag spreads his wings
1 year, 11 months ago

‘Free bird’ Riyan Parag spreads his wings

The Hindu  

‘If it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you,’ reads a post on Riyan Parag’s Twitter feed. Rajasthan Royals has backed him through thick and thin, and in the 2023 edition of the IPL, Riyan wants to do something ‘extraordinary’ to repay the franchise’s faith in him. But then, I don’t expect people to understand the nitty-gritty of the game.” …

'Winning couple of matches not enough. I don't deserve to be in Indian team's probables' list right now': Riyan Parag
2 years, 6 months ago

'Winning couple of matches not enough. I don't deserve to be in Indian team's probables' list right now': Riyan Parag

Hindustan Times  

Riyan Parag perhaps would be the first one to admit that he has hogged the limelight far too often for the wrong reasons in the recently-concluded IPL. Sanju Samson and Riyan Parag of Rajasthan Royals during IPL 2022 RR head coach Kumar Sangakkara and captain Sanju Samson have shown immense faith in the talent that Parag possess but the Assam …

IPL 2022 Final, GT vs RR: I have really been enjoying Riyan Parag's fielding, says Rajasthan bowling coach Lasith Malinga
2 years, 6 months ago

IPL 2022 Final, GT vs RR: I have really been enjoying Riyan Parag's fielding, says Rajasthan bowling coach Lasith Malinga

India Today  

Rajasthan Royals bowling coach Lasith Malinga said that he has thoroughly enjoyed Riyan Parag’s fielding in the 2022 edition of the Indian Premier League. Last week, Parag broke Ravindra Jadeja’s record of most catches by a fielder in a single edition of the IPL. Malinga, who is among the leading wicket-takers in the history of the IPL, said that he …

IPL 2022: Riyan Parag eyes donning the national colours - I can be the best finisher not just for Rajasthan Royals but for India
2 years, 8 months ago

IPL 2022: Riyan Parag eyes donning the national colours - I can be the best finisher not just for Rajasthan Royals but for India

India Today  

Young batter Riyan Parag reckoned he has the potential to become a genuine match-finisher for Team India going ahead in his career. After making his IPL debut for the Rajasthan Royals back in 2019, Parag stayed with them for three seasons. 'I've got to be consistent' "I don't want to praise myself too much, but I think I can be …

IPL is a great opportunity for me to fulfill my India ambitions, says Rajasthan Royals' all-rounder Riyan Parag
3 years, 4 months ago

IPL is a great opportunity for me to fulfill my India ambitions, says Rajasthan Royals' all-rounder Riyan Parag

India Today  

Riyan Parag, one of the youngest players in the Rajasthan Royals’ squad, has been an integral part of the team’s set-up since making his debut in the IPL 2019 season. Another side to Riyan’s game is his top-class fitness levels, and the youngster wants to ensure he’s in great shape for the IPL. I make sure to cover everything cricket-related …

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