'What A Riyan Yaar': Yashasvi Jaiswal Teases Riyan Parag For Smashing Blistering Century During Rajasthan Royals Practice Match; Video

With the IPL 2025 just days away, teams are putting in their final preparations, and Rajasthan Royals (RR) is no exception. During their intense practice camp, Riyan Parag made a big impression, showcasing his form ahead of the new season.

In a recently shared video from RR's social media, Parag was seen walking off the field after smashing an unbeaten 144 runs off just 64 balls, including 16 boundaries and 10 sixes.

Following the knock skipper Sanju Samson praised Riyan with a simple, “Well Done Macha” comment. Jaiswal and Dhruv Jurel couldn’t resist teasing Parag with the playful remark, "What A Riyan Yaar,". The video, titled “144* (64) - What a Riyan Yaar,” highlighted Parag’s growing recognition within the team.

During the IPL 2024 season, Riyan Parag made quite a big impression with the bat scoring 573-run season in 16 matches. He scored runs at an outstanding 149.21 while averaging 52.09 to go along with his four half-centuries. The right-hander will look to make a huge impact with the bat during upcoming season as well.

Revamped Rajasthan Royals eye IPL trophy

RR revamped their bowling unit during the IPL 2025 mega auction as they brought back Jofra Archer to pair up with Tushar Deshpande and spin duo of Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana. Shimron Hetmyer, who was retained, is their only overseas batter in the team and is certain to start depending on form or fitness.

Royals also signed the 13-year-old batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi at the auction. He is the youngest player to earn an IPL deal and made his debut for Bihar across formats in domestic cricket in 2023-24.

The Men in Pink also have a new coaching team. Former India captain and coach Rahul Dravid is their head coach, and Vikram Rathour is their batting coach. They appointed former India legspinner Sairaj Bahutule as their spin-bowling coach.