IPL 2026: ‘Zero impact’- Ex-India captain roasts Riyan Parag, drags Rahane into ‘worst batter’ debate | Cricket News

Rajasthan Royals’ captain Riyan Parag, and Kolkata Knight Riders’ captain Ajinkya Rahane (PTI Photo) Former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth has launched a scathing attack on Riyan Parag, criticising the Rajasthan Royals skipper for his disappointing returns with the bat in the ongoing IPL season. Despite Rajasthan Royals holding on to a top-four spot with four wins in six matches, concerns around Parag’s form have continued to grow. The right-hander has struggled to make meaningful contributions, particularly in crunch situations, and has failed to guide the side during difficult phases. With the Royals slipping to back-to-back defeats, their over-reliance on the top order — Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal — along with No. 3 Dhruv Jurel has become increasingly evident, exposing a fragile middle order. Srikkanth did not hold back in his assessment, openly

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