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Rishabh Pant's Ranji Trophy Comeback Sparks Excitement
14 Oct
Summary
- Rishabh Pant's possible return to action in Ranji Trophy
- Emergence of new stars like R Smaran, Andre Siddarth, and Yash Dhull
- Veteran players like Shami, Vihari, and Rahane fighting for relevance
As the 91st edition of the Ranji Trophy kicks off on October 15, 2025, all eyes will be on the possible return of star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant. Pant, who has been out of action since July 2025 due to a toe injury, is currently undergoing rehabilitation at the BCCI Centre of Excellence and could feature in the second or third round of the tournament.
Alongside Pant's comeback, the Ranji Trophy will also showcase the emergence of a new generation of talented cricketers. Names like R Smaran (Karnataka), Andre Siddarth (Tamil Nadu), and Yash Dhull (Delhi) have already made an impressive start to their careers and will be eager to cement their place in the national team's consideration.
However, the tournament will also provide a platform for several veteran players to regain their lost relevance. Seasoned campaigners like Mohammed Shami, Hanuma Vihari, and Ajinkya Rahane will be keen to make a strong comeback and prove their worth to the national selectors. With the international calendar packed with white-ball matches, the Ranji Trophy offers these experienced cricketers a chance to showcase their skills in the longer format and potentially earn a recall to the Indian team.
