'Until last year, I wasn't even in contention to play in IPL..' - Riyan Parag's stunning answer to T20 World Cup 2024 snub

Rajasthan Royals star batter Riyan Parag has been one of the most consistent performers for the side in the IPL 2024, taking his team to the top spot at the points table. Notably, the stylish right-handed batter has been sent to bat at number four this time, and he has four half-centuries to his name and is the highest run scorer in RR this edition. In addition, the young batter is in the fourth spot in the orange cap race, with 409 runs to his name from 10 matches and a solid strike rate of 160.

Notably, the young batting all-rounder wasn't in contention for the orange cap holder; however, he worked extremely hard in the domestic games, which helped him score runs for RR this edition. Meanwhile, many fans and pundits believed that the Assam-born cricketer would get a chance in the T20 World Cup 2024 squad, but he wasn't named.

Meanwhile, the 22-year-old cricketer was asked about his snub in the T20 World Cup 2024, to which he came up with the perfect answer. The right-handed batter revealed that he is not much worried about not being part of the national squad, as he wasn't in the lineup for the IPL until last year. However, the Assam-born cricketer further talks about how he has faced social media backlash since last year owing to his poor performances.

Until last year, I was not even in contention to play in IPL right?: Riyan Parag

"Not really. Until last year, I was not even in contention to play in IPL right?," Riyan Parag said during the SRH vs RR post-match press conference.

"So I have heard a few rumours. I am not on social media anymore. I heard few noises here and there but I am just glad they are taking my name for the right reasons now. I was not really thinking about anything. I am really happy for the boys in our team, Sanju bhaiya specially, getting the call-up. It is going to be great for our country and hopefully we bring the World Cup home," he added further.