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Riyan Parag

Riyan Parag Das is an Indian cricketer who plays as an all-rounder.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Riyan Parag Das is an Indian cricketer who plays as an all-rounder. He represents Assam in domestic cricket and Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League. He has also played for India at the Under-19, Twenty20 International, and One Day International levels.

Early life and background

Riyan Parag was born in Guwahati, Assam, on 10 November 2001. He emerged from Assam’s cricket system before moving into India’s age-group and senior representative sides.

Domestic and IPL career

Parag plays domestic cricket for Assam and has been associated with Rajasthan Royals in the IPL since 2019. He gained attention early in his IPL career for becoming the youngest half-centurion in the league.

International career

Parag was a member of India’s 2018 Under-19 World Cup-winning squad. He later made his senior India debuts in T20Is and ODIs in 2024.

Playing style and records

He is a right-handed batter who bowls spin and is used mainly as an all-rounder. Sources describe him as an aggressive middle-order player with record-making performances in the IPL.

Key facts

  • Parag was part of India’s squad that won the 2018 Under-19 Cricket World Cup.
  • He made his IPL debut for Rajasthan Royals in 2019.
  • He became the youngest player to score a half-century in the IPL.
  • He is known as a middle-order batter and a useful spin-bowling all-rounder.
  • He made his India debut in T20 Internationals in 2024 and later debuted in ODIs the same year.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Riyan Parag?
Riyan Parag is an Indian cricketer who plays as an all-rounder for Assam and Rajasthan Royals.
When was Riyan Parag born?
He was born on 10 November 2001.
What teams has he played for?
He has played for Assam, Rajasthan Royals, India Under-19, India A, and the Indian national team.
What is he known for in the IPL?
He is known for debuting in 2019 and becoming the youngest player to score an IPL half-century.
Has Riyan Parag played for India?
Yes. He has represented India in T20Is and ODIs, both beginning in 2024.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Riyan_Parag
    Supports: Birth date, role, teams, Under-19 World Cup participation, IPL record claims, batting and bowling style.
  2. IPL — https://www.iplt20.com/players/riyan-parag/4445
    Supports: IPL profile, date of birth, Rajasthan Royals affiliation, IPL debut, role, and career highlights.
  3. The Times of India — https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/player-profile/riyan-parag/66939
    Supports: Nationality, date of birth, role, batting and bowling style, and senior India debuts.
  4. NDTV Sports — https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/players/108566-riyan-parag-playerprofile
    Supports: Teams played for and broader player profile.
  5. Rajasthan Royals — https://www.rajasthanroyals.com/latest-news/riyan-parag-cricket-career-timeline
    Supports: Career timeline, India debuts, and IPL 2024 performance.