US EditionK.L. Rahul returns as Devdutt Padikkal named captain for Karnataka’s Ranji Trophy clash vs Punjab
Karnataka makes a late leadership change with Devdutt Padikkal as captain and recalls KL Rahul and fast bowler Prasidh Krishna for a crucial Ranji Trophy match.
- On January 29, Karnataka selectors recalled India international K.L. Rahul while Devdutt Padikkal is named captain for the Ranji Trophy match at Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali.
- Selectors reshuffled leadership, rewarding Padikkal's Vijay Hazare form despite mixed Ranji returns, as Karnataka sit third with only one league game left in Elite Group B.
- The squad excludes injured Karun Nair and omits Abhinav Manohar, while fast bowler Prasidh M Krishna is included to play his first match of the season.
- With Group B locked in a four-way race for two knockout spots, Karnataka must win after a 2-run defeat, as Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh face a crucial clash.
- Arriving off successful ODI series vs New Zealand, K.L. Rahul has made just two Ranji Trophy red-ball appearances since 2018, and Karnataka selectors timed his recall to add experience and early bowling pressure.
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Karnataka change captain mid Ranji Trophy; KL Rahul, Prasidh Krishna return for Punjab game
Devdutt Padikkal has been named Karnataka captain for their must-win Ranji Trophy clash against Punjab in Mohali, with KL Rahul returning to the squad. Karnataka need victory to stay in contention for the knockout stage in Elite Group B.
Padikkal Replaces Agarwal as Karnataka Captain, Rahul Returns for Ranji Trophy - Sports News Portal
Padikkal has been trusted with the captaincy duties. (PC: BCCI) The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has appointed Devdutt Padikkal as captain of the team for the remainder of the ongoing Ranji Trophy season. The 25-year-old cricketer replaces Mayank Agarwal. Amit Verma, the chief selector of KSCA, announced the decision on Monday afternoon. The call was made ahead of Karnataka’s must-win final Group B fixture against Punjab, starting …
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