Himanta Biswa Sarma hails Riyan Parag's historic selection to the Indian cricket team
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has lauded Riyan Parag's selection to the Indian cricket team, marking a historic moment for Northeast India. Parag's inclusion in the national squad for the T20 series against Zimbabwe has been celebrated as a major achievement.
- Jun 24, 2024,
- Updated Jun 24, 2024, 7:54 PM IST
Assam's Riyan Parag has made history by becoming the first cricketer from Northeast India to be selected for the national men's cricket team. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced Parag's inclusion in the 15-member squad for the upcoming T20 International series against Zimbabwe.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma celebrated this milestone, calling it "the best news of the day" and a "watershed moment for sports in Assam." In a congratulatory message, Sarma expressed pride in Parag's achievement and pledged support for aspiring athletes in the state.
"We will leave no stone unturned to ensure several more youngsters from our State can take up sports as a full-time profession," Sarma stated, underscoring the government's commitment to sports development.
The series, scheduled from July 6 to 14 in Harare, will feature five T20I matches. The Indian squad, led by Shubman Gill, includes a mix of experienced players and emerging talents like Abhishek Sharma and Nitish Reddy alongside Parag.