A former Australian cricketer, Tom Moody, commented that despite the hype surrounding Riyan Parag from the Rajasthan Royals (RR), he has yet to show his true worth in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The coach-turned-player added that the team’s investment in Parag has not been repaid yet.
“With Riyan Parag, there seems to be a lot of noise. I just want to see the return for the noise, and I haven’t seen the return.”
Tom Moody
Parag had the difficult task of delivering with the bat against the Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Guwahati on Wednesday as Rajasthan Royals (RR) was chasing a challenging 198-run target. Despite getting off to a good start, he could not convert it into a significant score and only made 20 runs from 12 balls. Ex-cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar also noted how Parag has yet to truly stand out in the RR playing XI despite regularly featuring in recent years.
“Riyan Parag plays these kinds of cameos. He is not able to play that innings where he’s got a 60 not out from the kind of faith that’s been shown on him. When you look at his IPL record as well, it tells you the story. But we know about Riyan Parag and there’s something Rajasthan Royals like about him.”
Sanjay Manjrekar
Rajasthan Royals lost the match by a mere 5 runs.
“I think he is underrated”: Tom Moody on Nathan Ellis dismissing Riyan Parag
Tom Moody praised Punjab Kings bowler Nathan Ellis for his impressive bowling performance against Rajasthan Royals. He noted that not only does Ellis have the ability to bowl quickly, but he also has a lethal slower ball in his arsenal. Moody stated that once Kagiso Rabada returns from injury, Punjab’s team management will have plenty of options. He said:
“I think he is underrated. He is a lot quicker than what a lot of people expect. He hurries people and sort of skids off the pitch. He has got a very good change of pace, and he has had a good day. 4/30 is a solid day out. He bowled the tough overs. He has given Punjab the headache they want to have, that is around their selection and combination.”
Ellis picked up four crucial wickets, including Sanju Samson, Jos Buttler, Devdutt Padikkal, and Riyan Parag.