The Delhi batter scored 199 against Gujarat in the second round of the ongoing Ranji Trophy season.
Speaking to NDTV, Priyansh said he was delighted to have helped the team register their first win of the season. Priyansh Arya registered his maiden first-class hundred but was unfortunate to miss out by just one run on what would have been a brilliant double century. The southpaw also expressed confidence that his side can qualify for the knockout stage and go on to win the Ranji Trophy.
‘I’ll Try To Score More Runs In Future Matches’: Priyansh Arya To NDTV After Maiden First-Class Century
Question: This is your first first-class century, and it was a score of 199. What would you like to say about it? Priyansh Arya: “Sir, I’ll try to score even more runs in the upcoming matches. My focus is only on how I can continue making more runs in the games ahead.”
Despite scoring 199, Arya said he plans to analyse his innings and identify areas for improvement going forward. Here’s the transcript of the interview with Priyansh Arya: Priyansh Arya: “Sir, I’m very happy that we managed to win the match and secure points based on the first innings lead. That’s what gives me the most satisfaction. Question: How do you view scoring a century in red-ball cricket? Question: How do you analyse this innings from your own perspective? Priyansh Arya: “Sir, I’ll go back home and review it after the match. Whatever mistakes I made… it’s not like you don’t make mistakes while batting. There are always mistakes during an innings. I’ll analyse those things and work on them.”
Question: Centuries in red-ball cricket are often highly appreciated by teammates. What has been the reaction from the team? Priyansh Arya: “Yes, sir, everyone is happy. I’m happy too. The coaches are happy as well. The more benefit the team gets from my performance, the happier everyone will be. Question: Looking at the previous season, how do you see the journey ahead from here?
Priyansh Arya: “Yes, sir, I’m fully confident that we will qualify and go on to win the Ranji Trophy. That’s the aim.”
