With Ranji Trophy glory in sight, Manoj Tiwary puts retirement plans on hold
1 year, 10 months ago

With Ranji Trophy glory in sight, Manoj Tiwary puts retirement plans on hold

The Hindu  

Much before the Ranji Trophy got underway, Manoj Tiwary had indicated that this could well be his last domestic season. So, as of now, I want to keep the retirement plans on hold and don’t want to make such an announcement so that the focus shifts on to something else,” Tiwary told Sportstar. Even when I played for India, I always maintained that alongside playing for the country, I wanted to win a Ranji Trophy for Bengal - either as a captain or as a player…” A seasoned campaigner, the 37-year-old Tiwary has turned things around for the State team, pairing with his former team-mate and current Bengal coach Laxmi Ratan Shukla. The players usually respond to us,” the captain said, before adding in jest, “but in case they don’t, we use stern words…” When Bengal won the Ranji Trophy the last time, way back in 1989-1990, Tiwary was just five years old.

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'We are white-ball bullies. If we beat Pakistan on Feb 23...': Harsh reality exposed on Ranji demand from Kohli, Rohit
2 days, 13 hours ago

'We are white-ball bullies. If we beat Pakistan on Feb 23...': Harsh reality exposed on Ranji demand from Kohli, Rohit

Hindustan Times  

There has been quite an uproar among experts and veteran cricketers who could not have stressed more on the need for the likes of under-fire Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to feature in the upcoming second half of the 2024/25 Ranji Trophy season, which will begin later this month, in a bid to find form after a disastrous tour of …

There should be no excuse for not being able to play Ranji Trophy: Gavasakar tells senior players
3 days, 6 hours ago

There should be no excuse for not being able to play Ranji Trophy: Gavasakar tells senior players

Hindustan Times  

Sydney, Legendary Sunil Gavaskar on Sunday urged Indian batters to play in the Ranji Trophy without offering any excuses to iron out technical deficiencies that led to their peril in two successive series against New Zealand and Australia. There should be no excuse for not being able to play Ranji Trophy: Gavasakar tells senior players Gavaskar said it was worrying …

Ranji Trophy Diary: Killing time in smog and IPL auction fever hits home!
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy Diary: Killing time in smog and IPL auction fever hits home!

The Hindu  

Cricket is probably the only sport where players warm up for a game by playing another sport. The home players, though, chose to return to their basics, as they kickstarted a passionate game of one-pitch, one-hand tennis ball cricket right in front of their dressing room. IPL franchises keeping an eye on Ranji Trophy Vikram Solanki, Gujarat Titans’ Director of …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Tamil Nadu bundles Railways for 229, remain in control on Day 1
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Tamil Nadu bundles Railways for 229, remain in control on Day 1

The Hindu  

Skipper N. Jagadeesan’s decision to field on a sunny day here was vindicated as Tamil Nadu bundled out Railways for 229 in 80.2 overs on day one of an Elite Group-D Ranji Trophy fixture at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Wednesday. While it was Gurjapneet Singh who used the early-morning conditions well, dismissing the Railways openers cheaply, the pick of …

Mohammed Shami set for Ranji Trophy return after year-long hiatus. Boost for India ahead of Australian tour?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mohammed Shami set for Ranji Trophy return after year-long hiatus. Boost for India ahead of Australian tour?

Live Mint  

Mohammad Shami returns: After nearly a year on the sidelines, Indian pacer Mohammed Shami is poised to return to competitive cricket. "In a major boost to Indian cricket and the Bengal Ranji Trophy team, star pacer Mohammad Shami will make a comeback into competitive cricket for Bengal against Madhya Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match in Indore …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Karnataka visits Uttar Pradesh in hunt for outright win to revive campaign
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Karnataka visits Uttar Pradesh in hunt for outright win to revive campaign

The Hindu  

A rain-marred campaign will prompt Karnataka to push for an outright win from the get-go when it takes on Uttar Pradesh in its Ranji Trophy Group ‘C’ encounter at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium here from Wednesday. Ceding the first-innings lead to Bengal in its previous contest has left Karnataka with the lone bright spot …

Ranji Trophy 2024: Vihari, Lalith hold key as Andhra hopes to revive season against in-form Hyderabad
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024: Vihari, Lalith hold key as Andhra hopes to revive season against in-form Hyderabad

The Hindu  

Hanuma Vihari and A. Lalith Mohan, two former Hyderabadis and now representing Andhra, might well be the key when their team takes on former champion Hyderabad in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium here from Wednesday. Vihari, who scored 250 runs in four games with two fifties, and left-arm spinner Lalith, who claimed 21 …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Mumbai seeks another dominant show in battle against Services
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Mumbai seeks another dominant show in battle against Services

The Hindu  

Mumbai will be chasing its third victory of the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season when it goes up against Services at the Airforce Complex ground in Palam starting Wednesday. With only eight points separating the top five teams in Group A, Mumbai, placed third behind Baroda and Jammu & Kashmir, knows that a win before the Ranji campaign pauses for the …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Karnataka slips out of top four after stalemate against Bengal
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Karnataka slips out of top four after stalemate against Bengal

The Hindu  

Bengal stepped off the gas to collect three points with a draw against Karnataka in their Elite ‘C’ Ranji Trophy encounter at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Saturday. Karnataka lost openers Mayank Agarwal and Kishan Bedare inside the first six overs, before R. Smaran, Shreyas Gopal and Manish Pandey took the home team to safe waters. CHECK OUT | …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Mulani, Himanshu shine as Mumbai remains on cusp of win vs Odisha
2 months ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Mulani, Himanshu shine as Mumbai remains on cusp of win vs Odisha

The Hindu  

In a bid to add batting depth, Mumbai entered the Ranji Trophy Elite Group A tie with only four specialist bowlers. And the bowling group delivered, putting Mumbai on the cusp of earning a bonus point against Odisha at the end of the penultimate day’s proceedings. Chasing a mammoth total of 602 for four declared, Odisha’s last five wickets added …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Ishan Porel picks three to put Bengal in dominant position against Karnataka on Day 3
2 months ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Ishan Porel picks three to put Bengal in dominant position against Karnataka on Day 3

The Hindu  

Bengal moved to a strong position on the penultimate day of its Elite ‘C’ Ranji Trophy match against Karnataka here on Friday. Bengal fast bowler Ishan Porel did the damage in the morning session, picking up three quick wickets to bowl Karnataka out for 221. Karnataka’s hopes of getting close to the Bengal total evaporated when fast bowler Suraj Sindhu …

Koushik’s five-for helps Karnataka dismiss Bengal for 301
2 months ago

Koushik’s five-for helps Karnataka dismiss Bengal for 301

The Hindu  

In the absence of regulars Prasidh Krishna, Vidhwath Kaverappa and V. Vyshak, the onus was on V. Koushik to carry the pace bowling load for Karnataka. Koushik delivered in style, showcasing terrific skill to record figures of five for 38 against Bengal in a Ranji Trophy Elite Group-C match here on Thursday. Koushik, who added two wickets to his overnight …

Ranji Trophy | Lad revels in second innings for Mumbai
2 months ago

Ranji Trophy | Lad revels in second innings for Mumbai

The Hindu  

When Siddhesh Lad sought a No Objection Certificate from the Mumbai Cricket Association ahead of the 2022-23 season, the diminutive batter had thought he would never adorn the Lion’s Crest again. Four weeks since marking his return to Ranji Trophy, Lad was given a standing ovation by the Mumbai dressing room on Thursday, after notching up an unbeaten 169 against …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Manohar, Shreyas steady Karnataka’s innings against Bengal, Koushik picks five
2 months ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Manohar, Shreyas steady Karnataka’s innings against Bengal, Koushik picks five

The Hindu  

In the absence of regulars Prasidh Krishna, Vidhwath Kaverappa and V. Vyshak, the onus was on V. Koushik to carry the pace bowling load for Karnataka. Koushik delivered in style, showcasing terrific skill to record figures of five for 38 against Bengal in a Ranji Trophy Group ‘C’ match here on Thursday. Manohar reached his maiden First Class fifty, in …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Team man Andre Siddarth comes to Tamil Nadu’s rescue once again
2 months ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Team man Andre Siddarth comes to Tamil Nadu’s rescue once again

The Hindu  

C. Andre Siddarth is all of 18 but seems to have a mature head on the young shoulders. The Tamil Nadu batter came to the team’s rescue in tricky conditions on the opening day of the Ranji Trophy clash against Assam here with an enterprising knock that underlined his growing stature. Andre, who made his Ranji Trophy debut in the …

Rajasthan's Grip on the Ranji Trophy: Hyderabad's Uncertain Path
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2 months ago

Rajasthan's Grip on the Ranji Trophy: Hyderabad's Uncertain Path

The Hindu  

Rajasthan and Hyderabad will clash in the fourth round of the Ranji Trophy, with Rajasthan holding the advantage on the leader-board. Hyderabad, coming off an impressive win against Puducherry, will be looking to bounce back. Tanay Thyagarajan, the left-arm spinner, poses a significant threat for Rajasthan, while Hyderabad's Saranu Nishanth is back in action after recovering from his injury.

Veteran Indian Wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha Announces Retirement from Cricket After Ranji Trophy 2024/25
2 months ago

Veteran Indian Wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha Announces Retirement from Cricket After Ranji Trophy 2024/25

ABP News  

Indian veteran wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha has announced his retirement from cricket after the ongoing Ranji Trophy season. The 40-year-old Bengal stumper has featured in 40 Tests and nine ODIs since making his international debut in 2010. He was a part of India's red-ball set-up for a long time before he was released from BCCI's central contracts' list last year.

Kerala Takes Upper Hand Against Bengal in Ranji Trophy Match
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2 months, 1 week ago

Kerala Takes Upper Hand Against Bengal in Ranji Trophy Match

The Hindu  

Kerala and Bengal clash in the Ranji Trophy match, with the home team emerging victorious on Day 3. The match saw a thrilling partnership between Jalaj Saxena and Salman Nizar, who scored a 140-run partnership to revive Kerala's batting after losing two wickets in the first hour. Despite Bengal's comeback efforts, the tourists held their ground and secured a comfortable …

Mumbai's Rising Star Takes Center Stage in Ranji Trophy Battle
2 months, 1 week ago

Mumbai's Rising Star Takes Center Stage in Ranji Trophy Battle

The Hindu  

Mumbai's Himanshu Singh shines brightly in the second match of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 against Tripura. Despite missing key players, Singh steps up to deliver a remarkable performance with the bat and ball. His height and skill allow him to score a half-century, showcasing his potential to become a force to be reckoned with in the senior level.

Tamil Nadu Favourites Set to Clash with Chhattisgarh in Ranji Trophy Third Round
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu Favourites Set to Clash with Chhattisgarh in Ranji Trophy Third Round

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu will be looking to continue their impressive start to the Ranji Trophy campaign when they take on Chhattisgarh in the third-round match. The home team will be without key players Washington Sundar, B. Sai Sudharsan, and B. Indrajith, but they have the experience and skill to overcome the challenge. Meanwhile, Chhattisgarh will be hoping to get some points …

Karnataka Reaches for Reinforcements for Ranji Trophy Trip to Bihar
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka Reaches for Reinforcements for Ranji Trophy Trip to Bihar

The Hindu  

Karnataka has called up K.V. Aneesh and Abhinav Manohar for their Ranji Trophy away trip to Bihar. Aneesh, a 23-year-old debutant, played four First Class games for Karnataka and made 34 and 40 runs in the Ranji quarterfinal against Vidarbha. Abhinav Manohar, a 30-year-old, is yet to make his red-ball debut but has played for Gujarat Titans in the IPL. …

A Timeless Journey: Ranji Trophy Gets a Modern Twist
2 months, 4 weeks ago

A Timeless Journey: Ranji Trophy Gets a Modern Twist

The Hindu  

Ranji Trophy is back with a revamped format that ensures matches are spread across the country and caters to the changing weather conditions. The tournament features 38 teams split across the Elite and Plate divisions, with the first five rounds running until November 16. The format also includes the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (T20) and Vijay Hazare Trophy (50 overs) …

Ranji Trophy heroics not celebrated as much as one-off IPL exploits
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy heroics not celebrated as much as one-off IPL exploits

The Hindu  

The one thing that the IPL has done is pretty much ensure that it is a shortcut to the India cap. Take, for example, the magnificent century scored by Vidarbha’s captain Akshay Wadkar in the finals of the Ranji Trophy; none of his family members or anybody else has been interviewed. Don’t forget that Wadkar had also kept wickets for …

Making a better Ranji Trophy schedule the need of the hour
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Making a better Ranji Trophy schedule the need of the hour

The Hindu  

Workload management has emerged as a ubiquitous term in Indian cricket, perhaps even surpassing the use of phrases like “following processes” or “sticking to the basics.” Once an Indian cricketer enters the national team or becomes a regular fixture in the Indian Premier League, these two words swiftly become part of their lexicon. Naturally, Shardul Thakur, a member of India’s …

State units 'helpless', urge to hold Ranji Trophy before IPL auction as rising count of domestic absentees worries BCCI
9 months, 2 weeks ago

State units 'helpless', urge to hold Ranji Trophy before IPL auction as rising count of domestic absentees worries BCCI

Hindustan Times  

As the IPL 2024 gears up for its highly anticipated kickoff on March 22, the focus is not just on the thrilling matches but also on the balance between domestic cricket and the lucrative T20 tournament. Mumbai players celebrate their Ranji Trophy win in the 2023-24 season An analysis by the Indian Express has revealed a concerning trend among IPL …

'Triple' Ranji fees, end tournament in December to adjust IPL training: Gavaskar's advice to avoid Ishan-like situation
9 months, 3 weeks ago

'Triple' Ranji fees, end tournament in December to adjust IPL training: Gavaskar's advice to avoid Ishan-like situation

Hindustan Times  

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has called upon the Board of Control for Cricket in India to increase the pay for domestic cricketers, particularly those in the first-class circuit. While appreciating the BCCI's recent decision to provide incentives for Test players, Gavaskar emphasised the importance of adequately supporting the Ranji Trophy, which serves as a crucial platform for nurturing future …

Ranji Trophy: The return of Mumbai
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy: The return of Mumbai

Hindustan Times  

In the end, it needed the home team’s bowlers to turn ‘khadoos’ — the hard-nosed attitude generally associated with Mumbai's batters — and break the back of Vidarbha’s resistance to lift the coveted Ranji Trophy for a record-extending 42nd time. Mumbai's Dhawal Kulkarni lifts the championship trophy after winning the Ranji Trophy final For 255 balls on Thursday, Vidarbha skipper …

Sachin Tendulkar and Rohit Sharma react to Mumbai's Ranji Trophy 2024 triumph
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Sachin Tendulkar and Rohit Sharma react to Mumbai's Ranji Trophy 2024 triumph

India TV News  

The former Indian cricket team captain Sachin Tendulkar congratulated Mumbai for their triumph in the Ranji Trophy 2024 on Thursday. Sachin, a four-time Ranji Trophy winner with Mumbai, congratulated his former state team and also praised Vidarbha's fightback while chasing a mammoth 538-run target. "Many congratulations to Mumbai Cricket Association on winning their 42nd Ranji Trophy," Sachin wrote in his …

'There will be lot of injuries': Shardul Thakur calls out Ranji Trophy scheduling, urges BCCI to re-look at it – India TV
10 months ago

'There will be lot of injuries': Shardul Thakur calls out Ranji Trophy scheduling, urges BCCI to re-look at it – India TV

India TV News  

Senior India and Mumbai all-rounder Shardul Thakur has called out Ranji Trophy's gruelling scheduling urging the BCCI to take a relook at it given the packed schedules all across the board with regards to IPL, international cricket and first-class cricket. Shardul, who smashed his maiden first-class century in the Ranji Trophy semi-final against Tamil Nadu lifting Mumbai to 290/9 from …

Ranji Trophy 2024 quarterfinal line-ups confirmed, Tamil Nadu reach knockouts for first time after six seasons
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024 quarterfinal line-ups confirmed, Tamil Nadu reach knockouts for first time after six seasons

India TV News  

The latest season of India's premier domestic competition Ranji Trophy is nearing its business end as the quarterfinal line-ups for the 2024 edition have been confirmed. On the other hand, the Sai Kishore-led Tamil Nadu have qualified for the knockouts for the first time after six seasons. Quarterfinalists from Group C Group C saw an engaging contest as Gujarat failed …

Manoj Tiwary slapped with fine over viral 'Ranji Trophy should be scrapped' rant
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Manoj Tiwary slapped with fine over viral 'Ranji Trophy should be scrapped' rant

Hindustan Times  

A day after his retirement from all forms of cricket, former India batter Manoj Tiwary has revealed that he was fined 20% of his Ranji Trophy match fees for hitting out at the way India's premier domestic competition is losing importance. File photo of Manoj Tiwary in action during Ranji Trophy match On February 10, the 38-year-old had posted on …

Vidarbha’s Ranji Trophy winning captain Faiz Fazal announces retirement
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Vidarbha’s Ranji Trophy winning captain Faiz Fazal announces retirement

The Hindu  

Faiz Fazal, who led Vidarbha to its maiden Ranji Trophy title in 2018 has announced his retirement, the player said through a statement on Sunday. This decision has not been easy, but I am confident that it is the right step for my personal and professional growth.” The opening batter made a mark on his First Class debut, scoring 151 …

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: Mumbai aims to continue winning run against Assam
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: Mumbai aims to continue winning run against Assam

The Hindu  

A Ranji Trophy title has eluded Mumbai since 2016. This time around, the domestic giant has earned itself a ticket to the quarterfinals with its last Group B league game against Assam, beginning at the Sharad Pawar Cricket Academy ground on Friday, remaining. Apart from a half-century against Chhattisgarh, captain Ajinkya Rahane hasn’t been among the runs, but the fact …

Ranji Trophy: Bengal captain Manoj Tiwary 'absolutely frustrated' with current state of premier First-Class competition
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy: Bengal captain Manoj Tiwary 'absolutely frustrated' with current state of premier First-Class competition

Firstpost  

India and Bengal batter Manoj Tiwary went into an explosive tirade on social media on Saturday regarding the current state of the Ranji Trophy, the country’s premier domestic cricketing competition, calling for it to be “scrapped off from the calendar” from the next season. Tiwary, who reversed his decision to retire from all forms of the sport last year to …

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: “Peaking” Tamil Nadu aims to continue consistency against Goa
11 months ago

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: “Peaking” Tamil Nadu aims to continue consistency against Goa

The Hindu  

With two innings victories against Railways and Chandigarh, Tamil Nadu coach Sulakshan Kulkarni feels that his team is “peaking at the right time” in its ongoing Ranji Trophy campaign. Speaking on the eve of Tamil Nadu’s fifth-round Ranji Trophy match versus Goa, he said: “The best part in the last three games was that we got twenty wickets in all …

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: As a leader, I am trying to take as much responsibility as possible, says TN skipper Sai Kishore
11 months, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: As a leader, I am trying to take as much responsibility as possible, says TN skipper Sai Kishore

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu skipper R. Sai Kishore was pleased with his side’s second innings victory this season on Sunday. To do it back to back is special and shows it is not down to luck, but done with a method,” said Sai Kishore after the team’s innings and 293-run win over Chandigarh. When the results also come, it assures you that …

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: Hurt Karnataka looks to get back on winning ways against Goa
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: Hurt Karnataka looks to get back on winning ways against Goa

The Hindu  

Barely four days after crumbling to bits against Gujarat, Karnataka will look to pick up the pieces and get back on its feet when it plays Goa in a Ranji Trophy Group-C encounter at the SDNR Wadiyar Stadium starting Friday. With fellow pacer Vidwath Kaverappa away on India-A duty, M. Venkatesh may play his first First Class tie in his …

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: The bigger aim is to play 100 Test matches, says Rahane
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: The bigger aim is to play 100 Test matches, says Rahane

The Hindu  

“Please stick to questions related to Ranji Trophy only.” Mumbai team manager Bhushan Patil requested a group of journalists before Ajinkya Rahane took his gloves off after batting for a good half hour at the centre wicket soon after Mumbai had earned its second consecutive bonus point of the Ranji Trophy season. The aim is to lift the Ranji Trophy, …

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: Gujarat registers dramatic six-run win against sloppy Karnataka
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: Gujarat registers dramatic six-run win against sloppy Karnataka

The Hindu  

At 50 for no loss, chasing a paltry 110, Karnataka was coasting towards a victory with a bonus point. On an extraordinary final day of a Ranji Trophy Group ‘C’ outing here on Monday, Gujarat achieved the impossible. The poor shot selection started with captain Mayank Agarwal, who awkwardly tried to guide Desai to third-man when two slips were in …

Ranji Trophy 2023-24 Day 3 scorecard: Mumbai closes in on win, Prabhsimran scores ton for Punjab
1 year ago

Ranji Trophy 2023-24 Day 3 scorecard: Mumbai closes in on win, Prabhsimran scores ton for Punjab

The Hindu  

The third day of the first round of Raji Trophy 2023-24 ended with some teams, such as Mumbai and Tripura, closing in on a victory. Vidarbha’s bowler Umesh Yadav celebrates the wicket of Services’ batter Lokesh Kumar during the third day of the Ranji Trophy cricket match between Services and Vidarbha, in Nagpur. | Photo Credit: V. Raju / The …

Ranji Trophy 2024: Mohammed Shami pens heartfelt note after brother Kaif makes first-class debut for Bengal
1 year ago

Ranji Trophy 2024: Mohammed Shami pens heartfelt note after brother Kaif makes first-class debut for Bengal

India Today  

India fast bowler Mohammed Shami penned a heartfelt note for his brother Mohammad Kaif who made his first-class debut for Bengal in the prestigious Ranji Trophy tournament. Give your 100% and Keep continuing hard work & do well #shami #mdshami #mdshami11 #mdkaif #bengal pic.twitter.com/2FN8g2090l — 𝕸𝖔𝖍ð–Æ𝖒𝖒ð–Æ𝖉 𝖘𝖍ð–Æ𝖒𝖎 January 5, 2024 Bengal reached the final of the Ranji Trophy last season, …

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: Experienced Tamil Nadu starts campaign against Gujarat
1 year ago

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: Experienced Tamil Nadu starts campaign against Gujarat

The Hindu  

In a battle of contrasting but evenly matched sides, Gujarat takes on Tamil Nadu in the first round of the 2023-24 Ranji Trophy season here at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel stadium on Friday. Gujarat won the under-25 tournament last year, and Gaja said the team is banking on young batters like Aarya Desai, Sunpreet Bagga and Kshitij Patel, who have …

Can Ranji Trophy pass the test of time?
1 year ago

Can Ranji Trophy pass the test of time?

The Hindu  

It’s that time of the year again when India’s domestic talents don the whites and gear up for three months of red-ball cricket. “Red-ball cricket is the ultimate in a player’s career, and it’s an immense pride to call yourself a Ranji Trophy cricketer,” says Dubey. “As a kid, I would watch four-day cricket, and since then, I have always …

Tamil Nadu Ranji Trophy 2023-24 squad announced: Sai Kishore named captain; Baba Aparajith misses cut
1 year ago

Tamil Nadu Ranji Trophy 2023-24 squad announced: Sai Kishore named captain; Baba Aparajith misses cut

The Hindu  

Left-arm spinner R. Sai Kishore was named Tamil Nadu captain for the 2023-24 Ranji Trophy season on Monday, with Pradosh Ranjan Paul his deputy, when the state senior selection committee picked its 15-member squad for the premier First-Class competition in the country that starts on January 5. Incidentally, Sai Kishore had already been earmarked as a future skipper by the …

Manoj Tiwary reverses retirement, to give 'one more try' at guiding Bengal to Ranji Trophy title
1 year, 4 months ago

Manoj Tiwary reverses retirement, to give 'one more try' at guiding Bengal to Ranji Trophy title

Firstpost  

Kolkata: Less than a week after he announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, former India batter Manoj Tiwary on Tuesday said he has decided to reverse his decision and wants to give “one more try” to win the elusive Ranji Trophy title with Bengal. The Tiwary-led Bengal were overwhelming favourites to win the title at home last season, …

Manoj Tiwary announces retirement from cricket: 'Goodbye to the game'
1 year, 5 months ago

Manoj Tiwary announces retirement from cricket: 'Goodbye to the game'

Firstpost  

Manoj Tiwary has announced his retirement from all formats of the game. His last game was the Ranji Trophy final defeat to Saurashtra earlier this year, where he top scored in the second innings. Thanking his former teammates, loved ones, and coach Manabendra Ghosh, Tiwary wrote: “Manabendra Ghosh, my father figure like coach has been the pillar in the cricketing …

Manoj Tiwary Retirement: Bengal cricket’s unsung hero calls it a day, a recap of achievements
1 year, 5 months ago

Manoj Tiwary Retirement: Bengal cricket’s unsung hero calls it a day, a recap of achievements

The Hindu  

Around this time last year, Manoj Tiwary was in two minds - whether to hang up his boots or continue playing for another season? Having played together for years, Shukla managed to convince Tiwary to carry on for another season and together, they dreamed of breaking the Ranji Trophy title jinx. Tiwary listened to ‘LR’ - as Shukla is fondly …

It’s time to prioritise domestic cricket to sustain India’s talent pool
1 year, 6 months ago

It’s time to prioritise domestic cricket to sustain India’s talent pool

The Hindu  

The Indian Premier League window is never tinkered with, although it could get longer. While More doesn’t find any issues with scheduling, “with an eye on India’s international calendar,” he hopes that the BCCI and the staging associations end up converting the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, the inter-state men’s T20 championship, into a spectacle, starting with this year’s edition that …

A golden generation of cricketers, says Vasavada on Saurashtra side after second Ranji Trophy title
1 year, 10 months ago

A golden generation of cricketers, says Vasavada on Saurashtra side after second Ranji Trophy title

The Hindu  

From scoring a match-winning hundred against Bengal at Rajkot and helping Saurashtra claim its maiden Ranji Trophy title three years ago to being the top-scorer, with a crucial 81, against the same opponent in an away final and enabling his side to secure its second crown, Arpit Vasavada has remained a stellar figure in his state team. WATCH | Ranji …

Ranji Trophy 2022-23: Saurashtra skipper Jaydev Unadkat dedicates Ranji Trophy triumph to Cheteshwar Pujara
1 year, 10 months ago

Ranji Trophy 2022-23: Saurashtra skipper Jaydev Unadkat dedicates Ranji Trophy triumph to Cheteshwar Pujara

Firstpost  

Kolkata: Saurashtra skipper Jaydev Unadkat on Sunday dedicated the team’s Ranji Trophy triumph to India veteran Cheteshwar Pujara and called him one of the region’s favourite sons. On the latest triumph, Unadkat, who led the team to three premier domestic titles across formats in as many years, said “this decade and era belongs” to Saurashtra. “It was important to win …

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