Riyan Parag to Captain Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025 Opening Matches

In a landmark moment for cricket in the Northeast, Riyan Parag, the talented all-rounder from Assam, has been appointed as the captain of Rajasthan Royals for the first three matches of the IPL 2025 season. This makes Riyan the first-ever Assamese player to lead an IPL franchise, a proud achievement for the region and its cricketing community.

Riyan, who has been a key player for Rajasthan Royals for several seasons, will take the reins of the team starting with their opening match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 23. He will also lead the team in the home matches against the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders on March 26 and the five-time IPL winners Chennai Super Kings on March 30.

With regular captain Sanju Samson still recovering and not yet cleared for wicket-keeping or fielding, he will focus on batting for the time being. In his absence, Rajasthan Royals have shown their confidence in Riyan Parag, a player with experience captaining Assam in domestic cricket, demonstrating his leadership qualities and calmness under pressure.

The people of Guwahati and the entire Northeast are eagerly looking forward to this historic season, as Riyan Parag steps into the captaincy role. As Rajasthan Royals take the field, fans will undoubtedly be cheering louder than ever, marking the beginning of a new era in the region’s cricketing journey.