Ranji Trophy 2026-27 Season Kicks Off with 38 Teams and Key Players in Action
The 2026-27 Ranji Trophy season begins on October 11 with 38 teams competing across five groups, including Elite and Plate categories. Defending champions Jammu and Kashmir start against Madhya Pradesh, while notable Indian players like KL Rahul, Mohammed Siraj, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Mohammed Shami will feature for their state teams. The opening round includes 19 matches nationwide, though Arunachal Pradesh may forfeit their Plate Group game due to an internal cricket association dispute. Mumbai, Delhi, and other major teams also commence their campaigns in this premier domestic first-class cricket tournament.
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hindustantimes broke this story on 10 Oct, 07:27 am. Other outlets followed.