Riyan Parag is set to lead Assam in a 5-match ODI series against Namibia. The young captain has had a mixed bag of experiences recently, from captaining Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League to steering his team through a tough season. Despite not making it to the playoffs, Parag’s leadership skills were on display, and he’s now ready to take on the challenge in Namibia.
The Assam team has a good mix of young and experienced players, including Akash Sengupta, Parvez Musharraf, and Danish Das. They’ll face off against a Namibian team led by Gerhard Erasmus, which includes players like JJ Smit and Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton. The series promises to be an exciting one, with both teams looking to test their skills and showcase their talent.
The 5-match ODI series will kick off on June 21, with the subsequent matches scheduled for June 23, 25, 27, and 29. All the matches will be held at the FNB Cricket Ground. Parag, who has been an integral part of the Rajasthan Royals since his debut in 2019, has had a notable IPL season, scoring 393 runs in 14 matches with a strike rate of 166.52. His domestic career is also impressive, with 2042 runs in 33 first-class matches and 1735 runs in 50 List A matches.
As the series approaches, fans will be eager to see how Parag and his team perform against the Namibian side. With his experience and leadership skills, Parag is likely to play a crucial role in the series. The stage is set for an exciting contest, and cricket enthusiasts will be watching closely to see how the young captain and his team fare in Namibia.
Series Schedule
- June 21: 1st ODI
- June 23: 2nd ODI
- June 25: 3rd ODI
- June 27: 4th ODI
- June 29: 5th ODI
Riyan Parag’s Career Statistics
- ODI: 1 match, 15 runs, 3 wickets
- T20I: 9 matches, 106 runs, 4 wickets
- First-class: 33 matches, 2042 runs
- List A: 50 matches, 1735 runs, 53 wickets
- T20: 137 matches, 3115 runs, 48 wickets