In a thrilling IPL 2026 match at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, India, Riyan Parag, captain of the Rajasthan Royals, showcased his batting prowess by scoring 90 runs off 50 balls. Despite his impressive performance, the Royals suffered a disappointing seven-wicket defeat to the Delhi Capitals, who chased down a target of 226 runs with five balls to spare. Parag's innings came after a tumultuous period marked by criticism over his off-field behavior, particularly an incident involving vaping in the dugout, which led to a 25% fine of his match fee. During the post-match interview, he expressed that individual scores are meaningless without team success, stating, “I don’t think I need to answer any critics... my job is to get two points.” This loss leaves the Royals with ongoing challenges as they strive for better results in the tournament.