**2nd Unofficial ODI: Riyan Parag Shines with 58 Against Australia A**
*By Rajdeep Saha | October 3, 2025, 6:57 PM*
The second unofficial ODI between India A and Australia A, held at Green Park, Kanpur, witnessed a solid performance from Riyan Parag, who scored a valuable 58 runs. Despite Parag’s efforts, India A were bowled out for 246 runs in 45.5 overs.
Alongside Parag, Tilak Varma played a sensational knock of 94, anchoring the innings after early wickets threatened to derail the team’s progress. Varma’s innings was instrumental in pushing India A to a competitive total.
### Steadying the Ship
Tilak Varma came to the crease at 0/1, but India A soon found themselves struggling at 6/2 and 17/3. The partnership between Varma and Parag stabilized the innings, with Parag reaching a well-earned half-century. He scored 58 runs off 54 balls, including six fours and a six, before being dismissed by Will Sutherland. Sutherland bowled an economical spell, finishing with figures of 2/25 in 9 overs, including 3 maidens.
### Milestone for Riyan Parag
This innings marked Riyan Parag’s 10th fifty in List A cricket. Over 52 matches in this format, Parag has amassed 1,860 runs at an average above 42, showcasing his consistency with five centuries to his name, according to ESPNcricinfo. Additionally, Parag has appeared in one ODI for India, where he scored 15 runs.
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Riyan Parag’s performance is a promising sign for India A as they continue their campaign against Australia A in this unofficial series.
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