N. Jagadeesan slammed his third First-Class century at the Sri Ramakrishna College Ground, propelling Tamil Nadu to a commanding position against Saurashtra on day two of their Ranji Trophy (Elite Group D) encounter. A crucial 172-run partnership between Jagadeesan and B. Sai Sudharsan helped Tamil Nadu take the lead, setting the stage for a potential victory.
Akash Singh, a 22-year-old cricketer with an already diverse career, is proving his mettle as a red-ball specialist with a strong performance in the Ranji Trophy. His journey, which has seen him play for Nagaland, Chennai Super Kings, and now Baroda, highlights his dedication and talent. This recent performance in a crucial Ranji Trophy match showcases his commitment to defying the ‘white-ball specialist’ label.
Baroda’s Mitesh Patel and Atit Sheth combined for a crucial 130-run partnership to deny Mumbai a dominant first day in their Ranji Trophy Group A encounter. While Mumbai controlled the morning session, Baroda fought back in the afternoon and evening, leaving the match finely balanced.
Kerala seized control on a rain-affected opening day of the Ranji Trophy match against Punjab. Despite a brief fightback, Punjab was left struggling at 95/5 at lunch, with Kerala’s bowlers, particularly Aditya Sarwate, making early inroads. Heavy showers forced an early end to play, leaving Kerala in a commanding position.
The Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season is underway, with the first round of matches kicking off on October 11th. Mizoram won the toss and elected to field against Sikkim, while fans can catch select matches live on JioCinema and Sports18 Network.
Experienced batter Anustup Majumdar will lead the Bengal team in its first two Ranji Trophy matches against Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. The team features the return of senior players Wriddhiman Saha and Sudip Chatterjee, as well as the comeback of off-spinner Aamir Gani.
Sachin Baby will captain Kerala in their opening Ranji Trophy match against Punjab, starting on October 11. The squad features three professionals and sees the return of F. Fanoos and the inclusion of Vathsal Govind. Regular captain Sanju Samson, selected for the Bangladesh T20 series, is absent.
The Irani Cup 2024-25 is set to kick off on October 1st in Lucknow with a high-stakes clash between the reigning Ranji Trophy champions Mumbai and the Rest of India. This annual first-class match promises a thrilling contest as the two cricketing powerhouses battle it out for the prestigious title.
Mumbai cricketer Musheer Khan, brother of India batter Sarfaraz Khan, was involved in a car accident in Lucknow earlier this week. He sustained neck injuries and is currently recovering in the hospital. The accident will keep him out of action for the start of the Ranji Trophy season, beginning on October 11.
The Mumbai selection committee has chosen 25 probables for the upcoming Ranji Trophy season, a departure from the usual 30-player list. This decision emphasizes the committee’s focus on rewarding local tournament performances, with five slots left open for players to earn their spot throughout the season.
