The Duleep Trophy, India’s premier domestic first-class tournament, is set to commence with a highly anticipated clash between India A and India B at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Thursday, September 5th.
The match, starting at 9:30 AM IST, promises to be a captivating contest between two formidable squads. India A, under the leadership of the rising star Shubman Gill, boasts a strong batting lineup featuring the likes of Mayank Agarwal, KL Rahul, and Tilak Varma. The bowling attack is equally formidable, with experienced campaigners like Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna, and Avesh Khan ready to make their mark.
India B, captained by the talented Abhimanyu Easwaran, will be aiming to make an early statement. Their batting lineup is packed with promising talents like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sarfaraz Khan, and Rishabh Pant. The bowling department is also well-equipped, with the likes of Washington Sundar, Navdeep Saini, and Rahul Chahar ready to challenge the opposition.
The match will be broadcast live on the Sports18 Network, with streaming available on the Jio Cinema app. Cricket enthusiasts can expect a thrilling encounter as the best of domestic cricket talent battles it out in the Duleep Trophy. With both teams eager to prove their mettle, the opening round promises to be a spectacle of skill, strategy, and sporting spirit.