2nd unofficial ODI: Riyan Parag hits 58 versus Australia A

**2nd Unofficial ODI: Riyan Parag Shines with 58 Against Australia A**

*By Rajdeep Saha | Oct 03, 2025 | 06:57 pm*

The 2nd unofficial ODI between India A and Australia A at Green Park, Kanpur witnessed a notable batting performance from Riyan Parag, who contributed a valuable 58 runs. India A posted a total of 246 runs in 45.5 overs, thanks in large part to Parag and Tilak Varma’s efforts.

Tilak Varma played a sensational innings, scoring 94 runs. Varma came to the crease early when India A were struggling at 0/1. The team soon found itself in further trouble at 6/2 and then 17/3. However, Varma and Parag steadied the innings with a crucial partnership.

Riyan Parag reached a well-crafted half-century, scoring 58 runs off 54 balls, which included six fours and a six. His innings was eventually ended by Will Sutherland, who delivered a tight bowling performance with figures of 2/25 in 9 overs, including 3 maidens.

This half-century marked Riyan Parag’s 10th fifty in List A cricket. In his 52 List A matches, Parag has accumulated 1,860 runs at an average above 42, including 5 centuries. He has also represented India in one ODI, where he scored 15 runs.

Parag’s performance today reaffirms his growing reputation as a consistent and impactful middle-order batsman in the domestic circuit and beyond.
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