Cricket
A big price tag means big expectations, and now Riyan Parag is under real pressure to prove himself this season.
Aakash Chopra didn't hold back, and he was clear that performance mattered more than reputation in the IPL.
Chopra said Parag needs to score runs, not just lead well. He also wants Hetmyer and Ferreira to step up so the whole team performs.
Chopra said the team keeps changing bowlers, sometimes playing Deshpande, Brijesh Sharma, or Yash Raj Punja, and is trying too many different options.
Chopra said the team should focus on pace with Sandeep Sharma, Tushar, and Archer. Archer has taken early wickets before, and with Burger bowling well, getting LSG’s top batters out early is key.
Fans expected big scores and consistency, but are still waiting, and patience is running out.
One good innings can turn things around, but another failure will bring more criticism and questions about his spot.