The 2024 Ranji Trophy has kicked off, giving our players the chance to show what they’re capable of ahead of a busy cricket season, which will include the upcoming Indian Premier League 2024.
Let's take a look at our talented players participating in this season:
- Arshdeep Singh
After a standout performance for India in the recent series against South Africa, Arshdeep is back in his Punjab colours. A productive stint with Kent during the English county cricket season has enhanced his red-ball reputation. His exceptional skills and his current form make him one of the top players to watch out for in this Ranji Trophy season.
- Prabhsimran Singh
After a breakout season opening the batting for us in IPL 2023, our young Sher continued with his fireworks in the 2023 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. He was part of India’s squad in the 2023 Asian Games as well. Now playing for his native Punjab, all eyes will be on the pocket dynamo for some explosive batting.
- Vishwanath Pratap Singh
One of our newest Shers, Vishwanth is a right-handed batter who will look to make an impact and impress everyone in the tournament.
- Shashank Singh
After impressing in the previous season of the IPL, Shashank Singh became a name to take note of. Already an established name in domestic cricket, Shashank scored 450 runs in 7 matches at an average of 75 in the recently concluded Vijay Hazare trophy. Representing Chhattisgarh, he will be hoping to have an incredible season and make it a huge season for his team.
- Rahul Chahar
After a huge Vijay Hazare trophy wherein he took 18 wickets in just 9 games, Rahul Chahar is all set to represent Rajasthan once again in the Ranji Trophy. His excellent form bodes well for the team and will put them in good stead for the challenging season ahead.
- Vidwath Kaverappa
Representing Karnataka in the 2022-23 season of the Ranji Trophy, Vidwath Kaverappa impressed everyone by taking 30 wickets in just 8 games. He represented South Zone in the 2023 Duleep Trophy and finished as the second highest wicket-taker in the tournament with 15 wickets. His performances made the selectors take notice and he was part of the recent India A squad which toured South Africa. Coming to the 2024 Ranji Trophy, he will look to continue his form from the 2023 season and make a notable contribution for his side.
- Rishi Dhawan
A true giant of India’s domestic cricket, Rishi Dhawan is arguably the best Himachal Pradesh player in their history. He was the highest wicket-taker in 2013-14 season where he took 49 wickets and then in 2018-19, he was brilliant with the bat as well, scoring the most runs for his side that season. He will be hoping for another terrific season.
- Tanay Thyagarajann
Another one of our newest Shers, Tanay Thyagarajann is a slow left-arm orthodox bowler who has taken 40 wickets in 15 First-Class matches and is all set to represent Hyderabad in the Ranji Trophy.
- Prince Chaudhary
Rounding up our Shers who will be part of the Ranji Trophy, Delhi will have the services of mystery spinner Prince Chaudhary, who will be hoping to impress the selectors with his skills.