The 22-year-old India A batter showcased his power by moving his front foot forward and smashing the ball straight over long-off for a spectacular six. This striking shot received widespread acclaim from those present at the ground and quickly went viral on social media.
Despite his impressive start, Parag, who came in to bat at number four, couldn’t build on his momentum and was dismissed for 37 off 29 balls. His innings included five boundaries and one six. Parag's arrival at the crease came when India A was struggling at 21/2, and his aggressive play briefly put India D under pressure. In the Duleep Trophy 2024 first round matches, Parag had batted at number three, scoring 30 in the first innings and 31 off 18 balls in the second. Though he has shown promise with consistent starts, he has yet to make a substantial score in the tournament.
An impactful performance in the Duleep Trophy could significantly enhance his prospects of making a Test debut for India, especially since he has already debuted in the other two formats earlier this year.
