Riyan Parag, the captain of Assam, is currently leading the charts in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2023 in terms of runs scored. He has been in exceptional form, amassing a total of 490 runs from just eight innings, boasting an impressive average of 122.50 and a striking strike rate of 139. Notably, his 39 sixes also make him the leading six-hitter in the tournament.
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Although he hasn’t registered a century in this campaign, Riyan Parag has achieved a remarkable feat by hitting seven consecutive half-centuries. This extraordinary accomplishment sets a new world record for the most consecutive 50-plus scores in T20 cricket.
After notching up his seventh consecutive half-century against Bengal on October 31, Riyan Parag celebrated the milestone in a manner that spoke volumes. He turned towards the pavilion and made a gesture that seemed to convey, “I’m on a different level; there’s no one quite like me out here.”Some have connected this passionate reaction to a possibly problematic statement made by one of the on-air commentators, who had referred to Assam players as “second-class citizens” in front of Bengal players. However, it remains unclear how Riyan would have become aware of this comment on the field.
As of now, Assam occupies the second spot in Group B, with five victories out of seven matches, accumulating 20 points. They trail behind Kerala, who have won six out of their seven games. Notably, Riyan’s current strike rate of 189 in the tournament is the third highest among players with at least 200 runs.Riyan is no stranger to self-confidence and being outspoken.
In a statement made last year during an interview, he boldly claimed, “I don’t want to praise myself, but I can be India’s best finisher,” a statement that drew mixed reactions, with some perceiving it as overconfidence.While Riyan Parag has displayed plenty of promise in the Indian Premier League (IPL), his performance in the 2023 season was less memorable. He featured in seven games, averaging just 13 at a strike rate of 118.
