Ranji Trophy: Mumbai keen to start off on a winning note
Mumbai's cricket team is preparing for their Ranji Trophy season opener against Chandigarh at Wankhede Stadium. Despite the absence of Shardul Thakur, the team remains confident with a strong squad featuring Yashasvi Jaiswal and captain Siddhesh Lad.
Why it matters
The Ranji Trophy is India's premier domestic cricket tournament, serving as a critical pipeline for national team selection.
An expanding domestic calendar has brought a new set of opponents into Mumbai’s path over the years. After facing Puducherry and Meghalaya for the first time last season, the heavyweight will encounter another unfamiliar opponent when it takes on Chandigarh in the Ranji Trophy season opener at the Wankhede Stadium here on Sunday.
Playing at home, Mumbai will look to begin its pursuit of a record-extending 43rd title with a bonus-point victory. While the host will be without Shardul Thakur, who has fractured his right middle finger, it has enough depth and experience to start off on a positive note.
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