Mixed Performances Mark Opening Round of 2026-27 Ranji Trophy
The 2026-27 Ranji Trophy's opening round showcased varied performances from India's cricket talents. Mohammed Shami impressed with a five-wicket haul for Bengal, while Ravindra Jadeja scored a century and took three wickets for Saurashtra. Mumbai's Tushar Deshpande achieved a hat-trick and seven wickets in total. Karnataka's Ravichandran Smaran scored a century despite his team's overall struggle. Conversely, KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal faced challenging outings, highlighting the tournament's role in preparing players for upcoming international fixtures.
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httpswwwoutlookindiacom broke this story on 16 Oct, 08:39 am. Other outlets followed.