Nitish Rana Backs Riyan Parag as Captain
With the team's morale boosted by the positive feedback from Dravid and Rana, the Rajasthan Royals are poised to make a strong comeback, leveraging the strengths of their players and the leadership of Parag to achieve their goals in the tournament.
Rahul Dravid, head coach of the Rajasthan Royals, remains optimistic about the team's chances despite two consecutive losses, highlighting positives from recent matches, including the leadership of stand-in captain Sanju Samson and the adaptability of Riyan Parag.
Dravid praised Sanju Samson's calmness and decision-making, particularly his brave call to bowl in the powerplay against KKR. He also expressed admiration for Parag's captaincy, noting that he has adapted well to the role and has contributed significantly to the team. The decision to make Parag the stand-in captain has been backed by Nitish Rana, a middle-order batter for Rajasthan Royals, who believes it was "absolutely the right decision by the management."
Rana, who previously played for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), noted that his own experience of being named captain after 6-7 years with KKR gave him an understanding of the team culture and environment. He believes that Parag, with his knowledge of the team's setup, is well-suited to lead the team. Rana has featured in all six matches for RR, scoring 117 runs at an average of 23.40, and is focused on delivering what the team expects of him.
The Rajasthan Royals will be looking to bounce back from their recent losses, and with the backing of players like Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag will be hoping to lead the team to victory in their upcoming matches. The team's ability to adapt and make positive decisions will be crucial in their quest for success.