Tamil Nadu Cricket Association Announces Squad for 2024-25 Ranji Trophy Elite D Group

he Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) has revealed its 18-member squad for the upcoming 2024-25 Ranji Trophy Elite D Group. Led by R Sai Kishore, the squad features a blend of experienced players and emerging talent, as Tamil Nadu aims for a strong showing in India’s premier domestic tournament.

Tamil Nadu’s Squad for the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy:

1. R Sai Kishore (C)
2. N Jagadeesan (VC)
3. B Indrajith
4. B Sai Sudharsan
5. Vijay Shankar
6. Pradosh Ranjan Paul
7. M Shahrukh Khan
8. Boopathi Vaishna Kumar
9. S Mohamed Ali
10. Andre Siddarth C
11. Ajith Ram S
12. S Lokeshwar
13. S Lakshay Jain
14. Sandeep Warrier
15. Gurjapneet Singh
16. M Mohammed
17. R Sonu Yadav
18. M Siddharth

Star Player to Watch: B Sai Sudharsan

One of the most exciting young players in Tamil Nadu's squad is B Sai Sudharsan. The dynamic left-handed batter has made a name for himself in both domestic and T20 cricket, and he will be pivotal in holding Tamil Nadu’s middle order together. His ability to score runs under pressure and adapt to different formats makes him a key player for the team’s Ranji Trophy campaign.

Missed Players

Tamil Nadu will be missing some notable players due to various commitments and injuries, including:

• Washington Sundar: The all-rounder’s absence is a significant blow as his spin-bowling and lower-order batting would have added great value to the team.
• T Natarajan: The fast bowler, known for his precision in limited-overs cricket, is not part of the squad due to fitness issues. His absence leaves a gap in Tamil Nadu’s pace attack.

Despite these omissions, the team remains confident, with several replacements stepping up to fill the void, including Sandeep Warrier and Gurjapneet Singh, who will lead the pace attack.

Under the leadership of R Sai Kishore, Tamil Nadu will be aiming to win the Elite D Group and secure a spot in the knockout rounds. With a combination of seasoned campaigners like Vijay Shankar and exciting young prospects, the team is well-prepared to challenge for the prestigious Ranji Trophy title.