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  • What happened when Virat Kohli last played Ranji 12 years ago: Bhuvi’s double strike; Sehwag’s magical century of no use


    Virat Kohli is all set to make a return to the Ranji Trophy after 12 long years. The right-handed batter has already landed in Delhi and is practicing with the rest of the Delhi squad for the game against Railways, set to begin on January 30 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

    Virat Kohli is set to return to the Ranji Trophy after 12 years. Here’s what happened when he last played for Delhi in 2012.

    Kohli has been named in the 20-member squad for Delhi’s upcoming tie against Railways. The 36-year-old is the latest high-profile name to return to domestic cricket after BCCI’s diktat, which made it mandatory for every centrally contracted player to represent their respective state teams to remain in the fray for selection and central contracts.

    Kohli’s last Ranji Trophy appearance came way back in 2012. He played the match for Delhi against Uttar Pradesh in Ghaziabad. In this particular game, the right-hander scored 14 runs off 19 balls in the first innings.

    In the second innings, Kohli faced a total of 65 balls and scored 43 runs. On both occasions, the former India captain lost his wicket to Bhuvneshwar Kumar.

    It is interesting to note that Kohli’s last Ranji Trophy match in 2012 also featured current head coach Gautam Gambhir, then Delhi captain Virender Sehwag, Ashish Nehra, and Ishant Sharma.

    In the match, Delhi scored 235 runs in the first innings and conceded a lead of 168 runs as Uttar Pradesh piled on 403 runs. Sehwag then registered a ton in the second innings to help Delhi score 322 runs.

    Uttar Pradesh were given a target of 155 runs, and the hosts comfortably chased down the total inside 40 overs with six wickets in hand.

    How has Kohli performed in the Ranji Trophy?

    Virat Kohli has played 41 matches for Delhi across all red-ball competitions, scoring 2891 runs in 64 innings at an average of 51.62. His highest score is 197.

    Kohli made his first-class debut in 2006 as he played for Delhi against Tamil Nadu at the Feroz Shah Kotla (now Arun Jaitley Stadium) in Delhi. The right-hander batted just once, scoring 10 runs before losing his wicket to Yo Mahesh.

    The match eventually ended in a draw. Shikhar Dhawan had also struck a century in this game while batting at No.3.

    The biggest defining moment in Virat Kohli’s early career came when he was playing for Delhi against Karnataka. During the match, Kohli’s father, Prem Kohli, passed away from a heart attack.

    Kohli, who was unbeaten on 40 overnight, returned to the field the next day and scored a crucial 90 runs for his team. Following his innings, Kohli attended his father’s funeral.

    The batter has been struggling for form off late and he only managed 190 runs in the nine innings against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. He constantly chased deliveries bowled well outside off stump and kept nicking off to the wicketkeeper or the slip fielders.

    One can only hope Kohli’s return to domestic cricket proves fruitful and he gains the peak of his powers. He has already started fine-tuning his backfoot gameplay, and it remains to be seen how his Ranji Trophy fares.



    In a thrilling encounter 12 years ago, when Virat Kohli last played in the Ranji Trophy, fans were treated to a display of incredible talent and skill. However, despite some standout performances, the match ultimately ended in disappointment for Kohli’s team.

    Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who was just starting to make a name for himself at the time, delivered a brilliant spell with the ball, taking a crucial double strike that put Kohli’s team on the back foot. His ability to swing the ball both ways troubled the opposition batsmen and ultimately proved to be the turning point in the match.

    On the other side, Virender Sehwag, a seasoned campaigner, played a magical innings, scoring a century that had the crowd on their feet. His explosive strokeplay and aggressive intent left the opposition bowlers helpless, but unfortunately, his efforts were in vain as the rest of the team failed to capitalize on his brilliance.

    Despite the individual heroics from Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Virender Sehwag, Kohli’s team fell short in the end, unable to chase down the target set by their opponents. It was a bitter pill to swallow for Kohli and his teammates, but it served as a learning experience that would shape their future performances in the years to come.

    As Kohli prepares to return to Ranji Trophy action after 12 years, fans can only hope for a repeat of the talent and excitement that was on display in that memorable match.

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  • Virat Kohli to train with Delhi squad on Tuesday ahead of first Ranji Trophy appearance since 2012


    Virat Kohli will train with the Delhi team on Tuesday ahead of what will be his first Ranji Trophy appearance since 2012. Delhi coach Sarandeep Singh confirmed that Kohli will join the squad, having confirmed his availability last week for their final group fixture against Railways at the Arun Jaitley Stadium from January 30 to February 2.

    Over the last couple of days, photos and videos have emerged on social media of Kohli working with former India and RCB batting coach Sanjay Bangar.

    The final round of Ranji Trophy group games will end four days before India’s first ODI against England in Nagpur on February 6. Kohli is part of the ODI squad for the three-match bilateral series in the lead up to the Champions Trophy from February 19.

    Rahul named in Karnataka squad

    KL Rahul has been named in Karnataka’s squad for their must-win Ranji Trophy fixture against table-toppers Haryana in Bengaluru later this week. He was included subject to fitness but ESPNcricinfo understands he has been cleared by the BCCI medical panel after an elbow niggle kept him out of the previous match against Punjab.

    Rahul’s return means Karnataka will be at full strength with Devdutt Padikkal and Prasidh Krishna, who were both part of the Test squad in Australia, also part of the squad.

    This will be Rahul’s first first-class appearance for Karnataka in nearly five years, since the the 2019-20 semi-final against Bengal at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

    Jadeja to play for Saurashtra

    Ravindra Jadeja will also play in Saurashtra’s final game against Assam in Rajkot. He had taken a ten-wicket haul in Saurashtra’s win against Delhi in the previous round.

    Mohammed Siraj will also turn out for Hyderabad in their group game against Vidarbha. Incidentally, the last time Siraj played a Ranji Trophy game was also against Vidarbha in February 2020. Vidarbha are the current Group B table-toppers while Hyderabad are in fourth place with two wins, two losses and two draws. Siraj recently played all five Tests against Australia in BGT 2024-25 where he bowled the second-most overs of all bowlers – 157.1 – only behind Pat Cummins.

    Rishabh Pant is not part of the squad for Delhi’s next group game against Railways. Pant played the previous match against Saurashtra where he managed just 1 and 17 as Delhi went down by ten wickets.



    Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli is set to join the Delhi squad for training on Tuesday as he gears up for his first Ranji Trophy appearance since 2012. Kohli, who has been on a break from international cricket, will be looking to get some match practice under his belt before the upcoming series against South Africa.

    The Delhi team will be thrilled to have Kohli’s experience and leadership in the squad as they aim to make a strong start to their Ranji Trophy campaign. Kohli’s presence is sure to boost the morale of the team and will be a huge motivation for the younger players.

    Fans will be eagerly waiting to see Kohli in action in domestic cricket and will be hoping that he can carry his good form from the international arena to the domestic circuit. With his dedication and work ethic, Kohli is sure to make a significant impact on the Delhi team and help them in their quest for success in the Ranji Trophy.

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  • Ranji Trophy – Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant miss out, Siddharth Desai misses perfect ten


    Highlights from the opening day of the sixth round of matches

    Rohit’s big miss on Ranji return

    Rohit Sharma‘s Ranji Trophy return after nearly 10 years wasn’t as memorable as he’d hoped it would be. His 19-ball vigil brought him 3, and he was out caught off the leading edge while attempting a half-nudge, half-pull into the leg side off a rising delivery from Jammu & Kashmir’s Umar Nazir. It was reminiscent of two recent Test dismissals for Rohit: against Pat Cummins at the MCG, and against Matt Henry at the Wankhede Stadium.

    Rohit’s dismissal quickly followed Yashasvi Jaiswal’s after Mumbai opted to bat first. Ajinkya Rahane, the captain, and Shreyas Iyer also managed just 12 and 11 respectively in a first innings that lasted just 33.2 overs with Mumbai bowled out for 120. But excellent work with the ball means Mumbai have a chance of limiting their deficit to under three figures.

    Rohit’s return to the domestic set-up comes on the back of the BCCI’s new guidelines, which have come into force since India’s 3-1 reversal in Australia earlier this month. Rohit’s Test future hangs in the balance after he opted out of the Sydney Test, but he has reiterated that he hasn’t retired and is still hopeful of leading the team in Tests.

    Gill and Punjab collapse against swing and seam

    In Bengaluru, Shubman Gill‘s outing was equally forgettable, not just with the bat but on the field as captain too. Punjab, who were missing Abhishek Sharma, were bowled out for 55 with Gill managing just 4 before nicking behind as swing and seam bowlers ruled on a greenish deck at the Chinnaswamy. By stumps, Punjab were so far behind in the game that they’ll probably need a Gill special to even salvage one point from the match.
    Gill’s return to domestic cricket presented an opportunity for him to get some match time and confidence back following underwhelming returns in Australia where he featured in just three of the five Tests, while aggregating 93 runs in five innings. His returns outside Asia since the 2021 World Test Championship final have been in particular focus – he averages 17.64 across 18 innings.

    Pant misses out; Jadeja takes five on Rajkot turner

    In Rajkot, Rishabh Pant lasted just 10 deliveries as he was out to Dharmendrasinh Jadeja. Pant’s dismissal was part of Delhi’s top-order collapse against spin. Ravindra Jadeja, a formidable threat on turners, thrived in conditions tailor-made for him as he picked up his 35th first-class five-for as Delhi were bowled out for 188.

    In reply, Saurashtra were adrift by 25 at stumps but had lost five wickets, including those of Cheteshwar Pujara and Jadeja, who has top-scored so far with 38. Pujara, who isn’t part of India’s Test plans, made just 6. Apart from the 234 he made against Chhattisgarh, Pujara has endured modest returns so far this season, managing scores of 16, 0, 2, 3 and 14 in his other innings.

    Siddarth Desai misses perfect 10

    Gujarat left-arm spinner Siddharth Desai picked up nine wickets in the very first session of play against Uttarakhand in Ahmedabad, and was in with a chance of becoming the second bowler – after Haryana’s Anshul Kamboj – to record a perfect 10 this season. That chance ended when Vishal Jayswal picked up the final wicket.

    Desai ended with 9 for 36, the best figures in first-class cricket by a Gujarat player, bettering the record held by Jasu Patel who picked up 8 for 21 against Saurashtra in 1960-61. Desai who scalped a match haul of nine wickets on debut, against Kerala back in 2017-18, has emerged as Gujarat’s front-line spinner since Piyush Chawla left to return to his home state Uttar Pradesh.

    Khaleel takes maiden five-for

    Eight years after he made his first-class debut, Khaleel Ahmed has picked up his maiden first-class five-for. This included key Vidarbha wickets including those of Karun Nair who was in prolific form at the Vijay Hazare Trophy. His figures read an impressive 15-5-37-5.

    Khaleel’s performance coincides with his being on the fringes of the national team, especially with the selectors keen on looking for left-arm seamers, a style of bowler India’s Test attack has missed since Zaheer Khan’s exit. This is only Khaleel’s 17th first-class fixture – three of them have come in the current Ranji season (including this game), and two in August in the Duleep Trophy, in which he took nine wickets at 21.66.



    The Ranji Trophy is in full swing and there have been some surprising results in the latest round of matches. Some big names in Indian cricket, including Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Rishabh Pant, have missed out on making big contributions for their respective teams.

    Rohit Sharma, who was playing for Mumbai, failed to make a significant impact with the bat in his team’s match against Karnataka. Shubman Gill, representing Punjab, also couldn’t get going and was dismissed for a low score against Delhi. Rishabh Pant, playing for Delhi, also failed to make a big score in the same match.

    However, the standout performance of the round came from Siddharth Desai, who narrowly missed out on a perfect ten-wicket haul for Goa against Mizoram. Desai ended up with figures of 9 for 34 in the second innings, guiding his team to a comfortable victory.

    Overall, it has been an exciting round of matches in the Ranji Trophy, with some unexpected results and standout performances. Fans will be eagerly looking forward to more action in the upcoming matches.

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  • Ranji Trophy – Mum vs K&K – Rohit Sharma’s Ranji return lasts 19 balls as he falls for 3 against J&K


    Rohit Sharma‘s return to the Ranji Trophy was a short-lived one – he lasted 19 balls and scored just three in Mumbai’s Group A fixture against Jammu and Kashmir at the Sharad Pawar Academy in BKC in Mumbai.

    Rohit, India’s Test and ODI captain who has been going through a terrible run of form, was the focus of a lot of attention in the lead-up to the game as soon as he confirmed his presence in the game with a nod and “I will” at the Champions Trophy squad announcement press conference last week. With a white floppy hat and sunglasses on, Rohit was relaxed before the game, joking with his team-mates as they warmed up with some head volleyball.

    But he wore a determined look as he walked out to open with his regular India opening partner in Tests, Yashasvi Jaiswal, after Mumbai’s captain Ajinkya Rahane opted to bat. To accommodate Rohit and Jaiswal at the top, Mumbai had to leave out Ayush Mhatre, who, in his debut season, has been one of Mumbai’s star performers: 408 runs from nine innings at an average of 45.33 with two centuries.

    It was a cool winter morning in Mumbai, a relief after a week that saw temperatures touch the mid-30s. And J&K’s opening bowlers made sure to make use of the early-morning nip.

    Auqib Nabi conceded a four early in the opening over but then tightened his lines; Rohit got off the mark with a single through the on side. But he was given a proper work over by Umar Nazir Mir, who bowled two successive maidens to him. Mir maintained a consistent line outside off and varied his lengths a touch, not allowing Rohit to get going.

    Rohit managed to drive a Nabi delivery through the covers for a couple in the next over but once again was kept quiet by Mir, who got his reward on his 17th ball. He bowled a length delivery on the fifth stump, with a hint of movement away from the right-hand batter. Rohit looked to play his trademark pick-up shot over midwicket but only managed to get a leading edge to the off side. Paras Dogra ran a few yards to his left from mid-off to extra cover, called loud and clear, and pouched it to end Rohit’s stay in the middle.

    The short stay in the middle meant that Rohit’s lean run in red-ball cricket continued. Across five home Tests against Bangladesh and New Zealand at home last year, he had just one half-century to show – against New Zealand in Bengaluru – with four single-digit scores across ten innings. He also had just one double-digit score in five innings in Australia, where he played in three of the five Test matches. He finished the 2024-25 Test season with a batting average of 10.93.

    Indeed, Rohit’s first-class batting average of 10.43 across 16 innings in the 2024-25 season is the second-lowest for any batter since 2006 (for a minimum of 15 innings while batting in the top six). England’s Haseeb Hameed averaged 9.44 across 18 innings in the 2018 season.

    Before Rohit, Jaiswal fell. Nabi managed to get his line right against the left-hand batter, getting a couple of balls to move away. One of those narrowly missed the outside edge of Jaiswal’s bat – a muted appeal was given not out. On the next ball – the third ball of the third over – Nabi got a length ball to jag back viciously; Jaiswal was caught off-guard, and was beaten on the inside edge and hit on the back leg right in front of middle and leg. He was quite deep in the crease and the umpire took little time in raising the finger. Jaiswal, who was one of India’s most successful batters at the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, dragged himself off with 4 against his name.



    Ranji Trophy – Mum vs K&K: Rohit Sharma’s Ranji return lasts 19 balls as he falls for 3 against J&K

    In a highly anticipated Ranji Trophy match between Mumbai and Jammu & Kashmir, all eyes were on Rohit Sharma as he made his Ranji return after a long hiatus. However, the Indian cricket team’s captain’s comeback did not go as planned as he was dismissed for just 3 runs after facing 19 balls.

    Rohit Sharma, who is known for his explosive batting and big scores in international cricket, was expected to make a big impact in the domestic circuit as well. But the J&K bowlers had other plans as they managed to get the better of him early in his innings.

    Despite the setback, Mumbai managed to put up a decent total on the board, thanks to some resilient batting from the rest of the team. However, Jammu & Kashmir put up a strong fight and managed to chase down the target with ease.

    It was a disappointing start to the season for Rohit Sharma, but knowing his talent and ability to bounce back, we can expect him to come back stronger in the upcoming matches. The Ranji Trophy is a great platform for him to get some match practice and find his form before the upcoming international assignments.

    Overall, it was an exciting match with some great performances from both sides, but the spotlight was definitely on Rohit Sharma’s short-lived return to Ranji cricket. Let’s hope he can make a strong comeback in the next game and show why he is considered one of the best batsmen in the world.

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  • Ajinkya Rahane ahead of Ranji Trophy game against J and K


    A star studded Mumbai line-up is all set to light up the league game of Ranji Trophy as Indian captain Rohit Sharma and opener Yashasvi Jaiswal will walk out to play against Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) at the MCA-BKC ground starting from Thursday.

    Rohit’s return to domestic cricket has been the result of a series of bad form in red ball cricket lately. A 1-3 series loss in Australia forced the Indian board to come up with new guidelines for its contracted players which ensured its premium cricketers turn up for their respective states.

    Sharma’s last appearance for the Mumbai team was in 2015 against Uttar Pradesh. He had a series of bad knocks in India’s tour of Australia, scoring 3,9, 10, 3, 6 runs in four Test matches, averaging around 10.93, and then decided to step down for the last Test against Australia in Sydney.

    Is the bad phase and lack of runs running in Sharma’s mind? Mumbai captain Ajinkya Rahane says he is confident that Rohit will bounce back.

    “I know Rohit. Rohit has always been relaxed. Even playing at the international level, his character is similar. His attitude is pretty much relaxed. He knows his game really well so, no one has to tell him what he needs to do. And Rohit knows his game really well. Once he gets in, I’m sure he will do well. He’s always been a relaxed, cool guy, on and off the field. He’s never changed, which is a very good thing.”

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    Rahane, who has known Sharma for long now, says the veteran batsman is confident.

    “A player has to be confident and I feel Rohit is really confident. He batted really well yesterday (in) a couple of sessions so it’s a part and parcel of a player’s career. I am really confident about Rohit and I am sure once he gets in, he will get a big one,” he added. “As a player, every player goes through that phase (and) that is part and parcel of any sportsman’s career. What is important is (that) he is hungry, he is determined to do well. I am sure, once he gets in, he will get a big one.”

    Mumbai will also see Jaiswal coming back as an opener. It will be Sharma and Jaiswal opening the innings for defending champions. Jaiswal did play Ranji Trophy last season before he was picked for the Indian team.

    Rahane says it’s good to have both of them back. He said, “Rohit, after a decade, (and) Yashasvi I think, (after) one year. But it’s good to have them back. Yashasvi has been doing well consistently in red-ball cricket. Rohit, we all know that he’s been doing really well as well. He led the team really well.”

    Back in the dressing room, the Mumbai players have been asking questions to Sharma. Rahane says they are trying to learn from both of the India players. The Mumbai captain feels match preparation is important for any player.

    “For any cricketer, getting match preparation (and) game-time is really important. Obviously, there is no red-ball (Test) cricket at this moment. But they are going to play white-ball (competitions).”

    Mumbai are placed at third in the league with 22 points while J&K are placed second in the group A. The challenge for both the team is shifting back to red ball cricket mode. The Indian board this year had decided to conduct the Ranji Trophy in two phases. The board has sandwiched Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and Vijay Hazare Trophy in between the red ball cricket. With two league games to go, Mumbai and J&K will hope to get back in groove so that they can make it to the knockouts.

    The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has decided to increase the security at their MCA-BKC ground after top Indian players have made themselves available for Ranji Trophy game.

    Mumbai is scheduled to play Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on Thursday which will feature Indian captain Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ajinkya Rahane, Shardul Thakur and Shivam Dube. As it’s free entry for fans, the MCA is expecting decent crowd might turn up to watch the game. As result more security personnel are being deployed so that no fan invades ground while match is on.

    “We have decided to increase the on ground security for the game. We don’t want to take any chances as stars players are playing. We are hoping that fans will turn up to watch their stars play in Ranji Trophy as entry is free,” a MCA official said. Sharma last Ranji Trophy game came in 2015 and it will be after many years he will be turning up for his state team.

    “We have decided to increase the security for the game. We don’t want to take any chances as current India players are playing. At the same time we have arranged approximately 500 seating arrangements which will be on first come-first basis, “ MCA president Ajinkya Naik said.

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    Ajinkya Rahane, the seasoned Indian cricketer, is all set to lead his team in the upcoming Ranji Trophy game against Jammu and Kashmir. Rahane, who is known for his calm and composed demeanor on the field, will be looking to make a strong impact in the game and lead his team to victory.

    Rahane, who has been a consistent performer for the Indian team in all formats of the game, will be keen to showcase his skills in the domestic circuit as well. With his vast experience and leadership qualities, Rahane is expected to inspire his teammates and guide them to success in the upcoming game.

    Having represented Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy for many years, Rahane is no stranger to the pressures and challenges of domestic cricket. His presence in the team will surely boost the morale of the players and help them perform at their best.

    As the captain of the team, Rahane will be looking to lead by example and set a high standard for his teammates to follow. With his solid technique and ability to handle pressure situations, Rahane will be a key player to watch out for in the upcoming Ranji Trophy game against Jammu and Kashmir.

    Fans of Rahane and Indian cricket will be eagerly looking forward to seeing him in action in the Ranji Trophy game and cheering him on as he strives to make a significant impact in the game. With his experience and talent, Rahane is sure to be a force to reckon with in the upcoming match.

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  • Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant tank miserably on Ranji Trophy return; out in single digits


    India superstars Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill  and Rishabh Pant flopped miserably on their respective Ranji Trophy returns. India captain Rohit was dismissed for 3 off 19 balls, Jaswal managed just 5 off 8 balls, while Gill was sent back for 4 off 8 balls in round six of the Ranji Trophy. Pant, meanwhile was out for 1 off 10 balls.

    Rohit Sharma walks back after getting dismissed for 3 in Mumbai vs J&K Ranji Trophy match

    Playing his first Ranji Trophy match in nearly a decade, Rohit seemed completely out of sorts in the Mumbai vs Jammu and Kashmir Elite Group A match at the BKC ground in Mumbai. There was no sign of the free-flowing batter that once used to terrorise bowlers across the globe. J&K pacers Auqib Nabi and Umar Nazir gave him a hard time after Mumbai captain Ajinkya Rahane opted to bat first on Thursday morning.

    After getting off the mark in the first over of the match with a single off Nabi’s bowling, Rohit got stuck at one end, failing to get on top of Nazir, who constantly troubled the Indian captain with his impeccable line and length. One delivery from Nazir bounced awkwardly from the good length to hit Rohit in the arm. So precise was Nazir, the only surviving member of the J&K team that beat Mumbai 10 years ago in the Ranji Trophy, that Rohit decided to skip down the track to upset his rhythm but failed to make any difference.

    In the penultimate ball of the sixth over, Nazir pitched one short and wide. Rohit, in an identical manner in which he tried to combat Pat Cummins’ delivery in the first innings of the Melbourne Test, lifted his front leg and wanted to play the short arm pull shot but just like at the MCG, the ball got big on him and all Rohit managed was to sky it to mid-off.

    Jaiswal, Gill also disappoint

    Before Rohit’s dismissal, Nabi gave his opening partners Jaiswal marching orders. J&K’s highest wicket-taker of the season got one to jag back in from a good length to trap Jaiswal right in front. The left-hander, who got off the mark with a sumptuous square cut off the second ball of the match, was guilty of staying back to ball, which could have been combated had he put in a good stride forward.

    In the Karnataka vs Punjab match at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, India’s No.3 Shubman Gill disappointed on his return to Ranji trophy after more than two and a half years. Gill, who last played for Punjab in July 2022, was out for 4.

    Elsewhere, Rishabh Pant was dismissed for 1 off 10 balls in Delhi’s match against Saurashtra in Rajkot.



    Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, and Rishabh Pant, who are some of the biggest names in Indian cricket, made a disappointing return to the Ranji Trophy as they were all dismissed for single-digit scores in their respective matches.

    Rohit Sharma, the Indian team captain, was dismissed for just 4 runs while representing Mumbai in their Ranji Trophy match against Railways. This was Rohit’s first Ranji Trophy appearance in over five years, and fans were hopeful of seeing a big innings from him. However, he fell cheaply, leaving his team in a tough position.

    Yashasvi Jaiswal, who has been touted as a future star of Indian cricket, also failed to make an impact in his Ranji Trophy comeback. The young opener managed just 8 runs for Mumbai before getting out, putting pressure on the middle order.

    Shubman Gill, who has been in and out of the Indian team, was dismissed for a paltry 5 runs while playing for Punjab in their Ranji Trophy match against Karnataka. Gill, who was expected to lead Punjab’s batting, couldn’t deliver when it mattered the most.

    Rishabh Pant, the explosive wicketkeeper-batsman, also had a forgettable return to the Ranji Trophy as he was out for just 6 runs while playing for Delhi against Tamil Nadu. Pant’s dismissal added to Delhi’s batting woes, and they were left reeling in their first innings.

    Overall, it was a disappointing day for these star players as they failed to make an impact in their Ranji Trophy return. Fans will be hoping for a better performance from them in the upcoming matches to redeem themselves.

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  • Rohit Sharma’s Reaction Says It All After Early Dismissal On Ranji Trophy Return – Watch


    Rohit Sharma in action for Mumbai in Ranji Trophy© X (Twitter)




    Rohit Sharma‘s dismal run continued on Thursday as the Indian cricket team star batter was dismissed for just 3 during the Ranji Trophy match between Mumbai and Jammu and Kashmir. Rohit came under a lot of fire following his disappointing outing during the Test series against Australia. He scored just 31 runs in 3 matches and following criticism from both fans as well as experts, he decided to drop himself for the final Test match in Sydney. Rohit returned to domestic cricket for the first time since 2015 but his innings was cut short as he was dismissed by Umar Nazir Mir.

    It was a short-pitched delivery that caught Rohit by surprise and he ended up miscuing his shot completely. The ball went directly to Yudhvir Singh who made no mistake in completing the catch.

    Yashasvi Jaiswal also failed to score big as he was dismissed early for just 5 while Ajinkya Rahane showed some promise before he was also dismissed for 12.

    In Test cricket, Rohit’s recent performances have raised concerns about his form. During India’s tour of Australia, the seasoned opener managed just 31 runs in five innings across three Tests.

    The 2024-25 Test season, in particular, was disappointing for Rohit. He accumulated only 164 runs in eight matches and 15 innings at an average of 10.93, with his highest score being 52–a solitary half-century against Bangladesh.

    As captain, Rohit faced some significant challenges. Before the Test series against Australia, India suffered their first home Test series defeat in 12 years, losing 0-3 to New Zealand. This was also India’s first-ever whitewash in a home Test series since 2000.

    After India’s 295-run victory in the first Test against Australia at Perth under the leadership of Jasprit Bumrah, Rohit rejoined the team following the birth of his second child.

    (With ANI inputs)

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    Rohit Sharma’s Reaction Says It All After Early Dismissal On Ranji Trophy Return – Watch

    Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma made his much-anticipated return to the Ranji Trophy after a long hiatus, but his comeback was cut short as he was dismissed early in his innings. The video of his reaction after getting out has been making rounds on social media, and it speaks volumes about his disappointment.

    In the clip, Rohit can be seen shaking his head in disbelief as he walks back to the pavilion, clearly frustrated with his performance. The disappointment is palpable on his face as he looks back at the field before making his way off the ground.

    Despite the early setback, fans are hopeful that Rohit will bounce back stronger in the upcoming matches and make a mark in the tournament. His talent and skill are undeniable, and it’s only a matter of time before he finds his form and starts dominating the game once again.

    Watch the video of Rohit Sharma’s reaction after his early dismissal in the Ranji Trophy and see for yourself the passion and determination that drives him to excel on the cricket field.

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