Pressure, trolling, captaincy: Riyan Parag faces his biggest IPL yet
Riyan Parag steps into IPL 2026 as Rajasthan Royals captain amid intense scrutiny and past trolling. Backed by the franchise after a rigorous selection process, the 24-year-old faces a defining season. Inspired by Hardik Pandya’s journey and focused on team success, Parag aims to silence critics and revive his chances of returning to the Indian team.