Kohli and Pant
have been listed in the Delhi probable squad for the remaining fixtures of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season.
The DDCA Secretary has emphasized the significance of Kohli’s potential participation, urging him to take inspiration from Mumbai cricketers who actively engage in domestic cricket.
This move is seen as a strategic advantage for Delhi, not just for their cricketing prowess but also for the mentorship they could offer to younger players.
However, their actual participation remains uncertain, hinging on their availability amidst international commitments.
Delhi’s Ranji Trophy Squad
Delhi’s Ranji Trophy squad for the 2024-25 season includes notable players like Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant, who have been named as probables.
Additionally, Navdeep Saini is part of the 18-member squad for the upcoming matches. For more details, you can refer to the following information:
Key Players in the Squad
Navdeep Saini:
- Senior-most player in the squad.
- Recently took 14 wickets in the Duleep Trophy.
- Has 69 first-class matches with 198 wickets at an average of 29.01.
Virat Kohli:
- Last played in the Ranji Trophy during the 2012-13 season.
- His inclusion has generated excitement, although his participation is uncertain due to international commitments.
Rishabh Pant:
- Last featured in the tournament in 2017.
- Known for his explosive batting and has been a key player for Delhi.
Delhi’s Ranji Trophy Squad for 2024-25
Captain: Himmat Singh
Players:
- Ayush Badoni
- Anuj Rawat
- Sanat Sangwan
- Dhruv Kaushik
- Yash Dhull
- Jonty Sidhu
- Mayank Rawat
- Kshitiz Sharma
- Pranav Rajuvansh
- Sumit Mathur
- Navdeep Saini
- Himanshu Chauhan
- Simarjeet Singh
- Hrithik Shokeen
- Harsh Tyagi
- Money Grewal
- Shivank Vashisth
Upcoming Matches
- Delhi will begin their campaign against Chhattisgarh on October 11.
- They will host Tamil Nadu in the second round starting on October 18.
- The next match is against Saurashtra on January 23 in Rajkot.
Coaching and Management
Head Coach: Sarandeep Singh, former Indian off-spinner.
Himmat Singh continues to lead the team after taking over from Yash Dhull earlier this year.
This squad aims to make a significant impact in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season, leveraging the experience of senior players and the potential of emerging talents.