Andhra Cricket Association Squad, Fixture for Ranji Trophy 2024-25 Season

The Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) has officially announced its squad for the upcoming Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season. The 16-member squad, led by Ricky Bhui, is set to represent the Andhra team in India's premier domestic cricket competition. The selection was made under the guidance of the Senior Men Selection Committee, as confirmed by Sana Sathish Babu, Hon. Secretary of the ACA.

The Selected Squad:

1. Ricky Bhui (Captain) – Visakhapatnam
2. SK Rasheed (Vice-Captain) – Guntur
3. KS Bharat (WK) – Visakhapatnam
4. G H Vihari – East Godavari
5. K Nitish Kumar Reddy – Visakhapatnam
6. K Maheep Kumar – Guntur
7. M Vamsi Krishna (WK) – Guntur
8. M Abhishek Reddy – Chittoor
9. K V Sasikanth – Visakhapatnam
10. Ashwin Hebber – Nellore
11. CH Stephen – East Godavari
12. P Satyanarayana Raju – East Godavari
13. A Lalith Mohan – Krishna
14. G Manish – Visakhapatnam
15. T Vijay – Srikakulam
16. M Hemanth Reddy – Visakhapatnam

In addition to the main squad, six players have been named as standbys:

• Shambu Akhil – Guntur
• SMD Rafi – Kadapa
• A Brahma Teja – Krishna
• Y Sandeep – Krishna
• M Anjaneyulu – Kurnool
• K Karan Shinde – Kurnool

The team will begin preparations for the season at a camp starting on 26th September 2024 at the RDT Stadium in Anantapur. All selected players and standbys are required to report by 25th September 2024 to ensure they are ready for the camp.

Leadership and Experience at the Helm:

Ricky Bhui, a seasoned player from Visakhapatnam, will continue his captaincy role, having led the Andhra team previously. The experienced batter will be supported by SK Rasheed from Guntur, the vice-captain, along with wicketkeeper KS Bharat, who also brings solid leadership qualities.

The inclusion of prominent players like G H Vihari from East Godavari and Ashwin Hebber from Nellore is expected to bolster both the batting and bowling departments. The squad has a mix of youth and experience, promising to be a well-rounded team in this Ranji season.

Support Staff for the 2024-25 Season:

The ACA has also confirmed the appointment of a highly qualified support staff team for the Ranji Trophy season. The staff is led by Tinu Yohannan, former Indian international cricketer, who has been appointed as the Head Coach. Yohannan’s experience is expected to bring a strategic edge to the team as they aim for success this season.

Supporting him will be:

• M N Vikram Verma – Assistant Coach
• Y Gnaneswara Rao – Batting Coach
• G Sivakumar Raju – Fielding Coach
• SK Imran Pasha – Performance Analyst
• J Trinadh Yadav – Strength & Conditioning Coach
• P R Srinivasa Rao – Physiotherapist
• M Raju – Throwdown Specialist
• Pydi Raju – Masseur

The ACA is ensuring that the team is well-equipped both physically and tactically, with a strong backroom staff ready to support the players throughout the season.

Fixture and Expectations:

The Ranji Trophy 2024-25 promises to be a competitive season with Andhra looking to improve upon their previous performances. The team, with the right balance of skill and experience, has the potential to be a strong contender this season. The Andhra team will be hoping to begin their campaign on a positive note when the fixtures are officially released in the coming days.

The team's manager will be announced shortly, and all logistics will be handled by Sri B. Gowri Shankar, ensuring the players can focus entirely on their preparation for the tournament.

With a strong squad and an experienced coaching setup, Andhra is aiming to make a significant impact in this Ranji Trophy season. Cricket fans across the state will be eagerly awaiting the team’s journey as they compete for the coveted domestic title.