Riyan Parag undergoes shoulder surgery, shares update on Instagram
New Delhi, June 11
Indian cricketer and Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag has undergone surgery on his right shoulder and will now enter a rehabilitation phase before returning to competitive action.
The timeline for his recovery has not yet been confirmed. The right-handed batter shared an update on Instagram after he successfully underwent right shoulder surgery.
"Well, the shoulder finally won. For everyone who's been asking, the surgery is done and went well. The past two years have tested me in ways I never expected. There were good days, frustrating days, and days when simply getting through a game was a challenge. But I wouldn't have wanted it any other way. Now comes a different challenge- recovery, rehab and patience. I'll be back doing what I love soon. See you on the other side," Parag wrote on Instagram.
Parag was initially part of the India A squad for the ongoing 50-over tri-series in Sri Lanka and was named vice-captain, but he had been ruled out due to a hamstring injury and was replaced by right-handed batter Ruturaj Gaikwad.
Earlier, the hamstring problem had troubled the RR skipper during the second half of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, causing Parag miss a league stage match against Lucknow Super Giants.
The Indian cricketer then returned for RR's must-win final league game against the Mumbai Indians, which Parag revealed he played despite not being fully fit. Parag also featured in the Eliminator and Qualifier 2 matches for RR, showing signs of discomfort while running between wickets.
According to ESPNcricinfo, Parag had been managing it with the BCCI medical team, with surgery listed as an option. While doctors had advised he could delay the procedure until it affected his performance, Parag opted for surgery after consulting with the medical staff.
— ANI
Reader Comments
I feel for him. Playing through pain in the IPL and still giving your best for RR shows real grit. The recovery phase will be long, but knowing Riyan's attitude, he'll come back stronger. Wishing him a speedy recovery! ❤️
It's refreshing to see a young cricketer prioritize long-term health over short-term gains. So many players ignore injuries until it's too late. Hope the BCCI medical team gives him the best rehab support—India needs him fit for the future. 💪
His Instagram post was so honest and relatable. We often forget that behind the glamour, these players go through immense physical and mental pressure. Recovery and rehab require so much patience—more power to you, Riyan! 🌟
This is a good decision, but I wish the team management had rested him earlier in the IPL. Playing with a hamstring issue and then needing shoulder surgery—there's a lesson here about player workload management. Let's hope he comes back fully fit. 🤞
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