The Madhya Pradesh Cricket Team appointed Rajat Patidar as the all-format captain, and Patidar didn’t disappoint. In the Elite Group B match against the Punjab Cricket Team, Patidar let his bat make a big statement by scoring an unbeaten 205 off 332 balls. This marked his first-class double century. Patidar’s performance and his captaincy speak volumes about his caliber. From guiding RCB to winning its first IPL trophy after 18 years to scoring a staggering double century in Ranji, Patidar continues to boost his status domestically. It wouldn’t be a surprise if a national call-up comes his way soon.
Shreyas Gopal Stuns Saurashtra with Brilliant All-Round Performance
The CSK star, Shreyas Gopal, stunned the Saurashtra Cricket Team in Rajkot with his brilliant all-round performance. Gopal let his bat do the magic and contributed a crucial 56 runs to his team. With a half-century already gleaming under his name, Gopal picked up 8/110 with his bowling spell, destroying the momentum of his opposition. This splendid show by Shreyas Gopal demonstrates his potential in red-ball cricket and strengthens his case for well-deserved recognition.
Sanju Samson Returns to Ranji Trophy with Solid Fifty
After completing his duties for the 2025 Asia Cup, Sanju Samson resumed his domestic duties and returned to first-class cricket for the Kerala Cricket Team. Samson, being the ever-reliable player, made an impactful contribution of 54 off 63 balls against the Maharashtra Cricket Team. While Samson’s knock showed his reliability, experts believe that this effort alone might not be enough to cement his place in the longer-format setup.
14-Year-Old Vaibhav Suryavanshi Impresses with Explosive Start for Bihar
The 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi has already risen to fame with his century for the Rajasthan Royals in the last season. The Bihar Cricket Team was quick to understand his potential and crowned him vice-captain for the initial two matches of the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy. In Bihar vs Arunachal Pradesh, the young star scored a quick 14 runs off 5 balls, boasting a strike rate of 280.
Vidarbha Kicks Off Title Defense with Dominant Win Over Nagaland
The defending champions, the Vidarbha Cricket Team, started their title defense campaign with a strong force, securing a dominant victory over Nagaland in just three days. In their first innings, Nagaland was dismissed for 171, trailing Vidarbha’s 463. The innings was powered by staggering performances from Aman Mokhade (183) and half-centuries by Yash Rathod and Dhruv Shorey. Vidarbha also ensured that they collapsed the momentum of Nagaland’s batting lineup, with Nachiket Bhute taking 5 wickets and Harsh Dubey claiming 6 wickets. Vidarbha has already set a strong tone for its campaign with this highly convincing win.