
Riyan Parag is a professional cricketer representing the Indian cricket team in the T20 format, Assam domestically and Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He is primarily a batting all-rounder, gifted with the ability of bowling right-arm leg-break and off-break.
Ahead of IPL 2019, Rajasthan Royals signed Parag for INR 20 lakh. That season, he became the youngest player to score a fifty in IPL history. Following a challenging period, Parag transformed his game by 2023, earning the Player-of-the-Series award in the Deodhar Trophy for being the top scorer, six-hitter, and strongest wicket-taker. In the 2023-24 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20s, he again topped the run charts and six-hitting and scored the second-fastest Ranji century in 56 balls against Chhattisgarh.
Riyan Parag Salary 2024
Riyan Parag earns significantly from his salary and winnings with the Rajasthan Royals and Assam in the domestic circuit. Even after his appearances for the Indian team in the T20 format, he does not earn a salary from the BCCI.
Riyan Parag IPL Salary
Riyan Parag began his IPL journey with Rajasthan Royals in 2019 with an initial salary of INR 20 lakh. His salary remained at INR 20 lakh in 2020 and 2021, as he continued to develop his skills and contribute to the team. However in 2022, his performance and potential led to a significant raise, with his salary rising to INR 3.8 crore. This amount has remained constant through the 2023 and 2024 seasons, reflecting the Rajasthan Royals' continued investment in Parag as a promising player for the team’s future.
Riyan Parag Contract 2024
Riyan Parag does not hold a national contract yet but in IPL, he has been associated with Rajasthan Royals for the past six seasons.
Riyan Parag IPL contract
Riyan Parag, a talented cricketer and part of India’s Under-19 World Cup-winning team in 2018, was first signed by Rajasthan Royals for INR 20 lakh ahead of the 2019 IPL season. His initial performances showed promise, and the franchise continued to invest in his potential. Parag was retained by Rajasthan at the same price in both the 2020 and 2021 seasons, indicating the team's faith in his abilities.
Ahead of IPL 2022, Parag’s value saw a significant increase as the Royals bought him back for INR 3.8 crore, a major jump from his earlier contracts. Parag maintained his place in the squad with a renewed contract at the same amount in 2023 and 2024, showcasing the franchise’s continued commitment to his growth in the IPL.
FAQs on Riyan Parag
A. Indian batsman Riyan Parag is 22 years old, as of October 2024.
A. Riyan Prayag plays IPL for Rajasthan Royals.
A. Riyan Parag made his international debut on 6 July, 2024, against Zimbabwe in Harare in the t20 format.
A. Riyan Parag has played only one ODI so far, which he played against Sri Lanka on 7 August, 2024, in Colombo.
A. Riyan Parag's IPL salary is INR 3.8 crore.