The Duleep Trophy, set to commence on September 5th, 2024, marks the beginning of the domestic season in India. With a revamped format featuring India A, B, C, and D teams, the tournament will provide a platform for aspiring bowlers to showcase their skills and potentially earn a spot in the Indian national team. We highlight five key bowlers who will be eager to make a strong impression.
The 2024-25 Duleep Trophy, set to begin on September 5th, marks the start of the Indian domestic season. This year’s revamped format features a round-robin tournament with India A, B, C, and D teams. With several international players participating, the tournament serves as a platform for players to showcase their abilities and stake their claim for a spot in the Indian Test team. Here’s a look at five exciting young batters to keep an eye on.
The Assam Cricket Association (ACA) has implemented a split coaching strategy for the upcoming domestic season, appointing Vivek Jaisimha as the head coach for red-ball tournaments and RX Murali for white-ball formats. This move aims to address player and coaching staff fatigue due to the lengthy season.
Tamil Nadu Cricket Team is gearing up for the upcoming domestic season with a new coaching and selection panel. The focus for the new team is on building upon their recent success in the Ranji Trophy and nurturing young talent. The selection committee aims to identify promising players in the Buchi Babu tournament, providing them with a platform to showcase their skills.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is undertaking a significant infrastructure upgrade project, including new floodlights for stadiums in Karachi and Lahore for the Champions Trophy. This initiative aims to improve domestic cricket by equipping smaller venues with lighting and ensuring international-standard lighting for major events.
The Buchi Babu Invitation Cricket Tournament 2024 commenced on Thursday, featuring prominent Indian and IPL cricketers across four venues in Tamil Nadu. This four-day tournament sees players like Ishan Kishan, Sarfaraz Khan, Abdul Samad, and promising domestic talents battling it out, with the aim to prove their mettle and potentially earn national selection.
Former batter K Yere Goud has been appointed as the head coach of the Karnataka men’s cricket team for the upcoming domestic season. He replaces PV Shashikanth, who held the position for two seasons. Goud, who previously coached the team from 2018 to 2022, has a wealth of experience with 134 first-class matches for Karnataka and Railways. He led the Karnataka U-23 side to their maiden CK Nayudu Trophy title this year.
Former India batter Wasim Jaffer has been appointed as the head coach of the Punjab Cricket Association’s senior men’s team for the upcoming domestic season. Jaffer’s vast experience in red-ball cricket, particularly his record-breaking performance in the Ranji Trophy, led to his selection. The PCA aims to achieve success in both the Ranji Trophy and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy under Jaffer’s guidance.
Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma has decided to play for Uttar Pradesh in the upcoming domestic season, moving on from Bengal after securing a job with the Uttar Pradesh Police. Her move comes after being appointed as a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) earlier this year.
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced the formation of Tier 2 and Tier 3 in the revamped women’s domestic cricket structure, set to launch in 2025. This development signifies a significant investment in women’s cricket, with a total of £19 million allocated annually by 2027. The new structure will see ten counties compete in Tier 2, while all National Counties will be eligible for Tier 3. The ECB also revealed plans for a knock-out cup competition featuring teams from all three tiers, aiming to provide a platform for players across the pyramid to showcase their skills.
