Deodhar Trophy: Riyan Parag hammers his fourth List A century
What's the story
Riyan Parag slammed a breathtaking ton in East Zone's clash against North Zone in the ongoing 2023 Deodhar Trophy. It was an innings of character from the youngster as EZone had suffered a top-order collapse. Parag, however, fought back with a fiery knock. He ended up scoring 131 runs off just 102 balls (5 fours, 11 sixes) Here is more.
Knock
A sensational knock from Parag
As mentioned, EZone's top and middle-order surrendered in the contest as the side was reduced to 57/5. Parag, who arrived at number six, joined forces with wicket-keeper Kumar Kushagra (98), and the duo added 235 runs for the sixth wicket. Parag was the aggressor in the partnership as he found boundaries for fun. He completed his century in the 41st over.
Stats
4th List A ton for Parag
This was Parag's fourth century in List A cricket as the tally also includes seven fifties. His highest score in the format reads 174. Meanwhile, the 21-year-old now tallies over 1,450 runs in 45 List A games at a 36-plus average. His strike is over 96. With his leg-break bowling, he has returned with 43 wickets at an economy of 4.88.
Partnership
Highest partnership of the 2023 Deodhar Trophy
The 235-run stand between Parag and Kushagra was the maiden double-century partnership of this season. Their efforts powered EZone to a mammoth total of 337/8. For North Zone, pacer Mayank Yadav was the pick of the bowlers with 4/63 in 10 overs. Meanwhile, Parag slammed 11 sixes during his knock. No other batter has even 10 maximums in the entire competition.