Washington Sundar was promoted to No. 5 in the ongoing series. He has scored only 14 runs across two innings. The left-handed batter made 13 off 19 balls in Ranchi, followed by just 1 run in the second ODI. He conceded 28 runs in four overs in Raipur, raising concerns about his place and the clarity of his role in the team.
"Not sure where this Riyan Parag fan page has been activated all of a sudden. He is and should no where be close “ at the moment “ for a ODI call up ! So please .. STOP doing the PR," Goswami posted on X (formerly known as Twitter).
— Shreevats goswami (@shreevats1) December 4, 2025
Parag made his ODI debut during Gautam Gambhir’s first series as India’s head coach on the Sri Lanka tour in 2024. He managed 15 runs and also took three wickets in his only appearance in the format.
Riyan Parag Hasn’t Batted at That Number for His Franchise or Assam - Ravichandran Ashwin
"Riyan is a fine fine talent, he does have runs and averages 41 in list A cricket. At the moment requirement is to come in at no 5 or 6, give the required thrust and fill in some overs, hence he won’t fit the bill because he hasn’t batted at that number for his franchisee or Assam. He started as a finisher for RR and that dint work, he succeeded as a good no 3/4," Ashwin posted on X.
— Ashwin ?? (@ashwinravi99) December 5, 2025
Riyan Parag Needs to Show That Sort of Versatility - Ravichandran Ashwin
Ravichandran Ashwin stated that Ruturaj Gaikwad is adapting to an unfamiliar role. He said that Gaikwad has been batting at No. 4 for India despite limited experience in that position. Ashwin said that Riyan Parag must demonstrate similar adaptability if he hopes to fit into India’s middle-order plans.
"Rutu’s instance could well be a case of communication from the selection front ( either coach, selector or anyone from the management ) or his decision. At this point of time Riyan needs to show that sort of versatility to be able to warrant a place at 5/6.Humble Submission.We can always agree to disagree," Ashwin added.
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