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Rajasthan Royals Coach Kumar Sangakkara Supports Riyan Parag Amid Poor Performance in IPL 2026
Rajasthan Royals coach Kumar Sangakkara breaks silence on Riyan Parag's poor form in IPL 2026: ‘Just needs to...’
Hindustan Times
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Kumar Sangakkara, head coach of the Rajasthan Royals, expressed confidence in captain Riyan Parag's abilities despite his struggles in the IPL 2026 season. Parag has scored only 81 runs in seven matches, but Sangakkara believes a breakthrough innings is imminent and praises his leadership qualities.
- 01Rajasthan Royals are currently third in IPL 2026 with five wins from seven matches.
- 02Riyan Parag has struggled with the bat, averaging 13.50 with a highest score of 20.
- 03Kumar Sangakkara backs Parag, stating he is hitting the ball well despite low scores.
- 04Sangakkara highlights Parag's growth as a captain and his ability to handle pressure.
- 05The management chose Parag for captaincy due to his willingness to learn and improve.
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The Rajasthan Royals are performing well in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, currently holding the third position with five victories out of seven matches. However, captain Riyan Parag's batting form has been a concern, as he has only scored 81 runs at an average of 13.50. Despite this, head coach Kumar Sangakkara expressed his support for Parag, emphasizing that he is batting well and just needs one good innings to regain confidence. Sangakkara noted that Parag has embraced his role as captain and is learning to manage pressure effectively. He explained that Parag's selection as captain was influenced by his steep learning curve and ability to handle the spotlight, which has come with its own challenges. Sangakkara remains optimistic about Parag's potential to improve and contribute significantly to the team's success.
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Riyan Parag's performance is crucial for the Rajasthan Royals' success in IPL 2026, impacting team morale and playoff chances.
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