Tilak Varma to lead South Zone in Duleep Trophy
Tilak Varma has been appointed as the captain of the South Zone squad for the upcoming Duleep Trophy cricket tournament. The squad includes a mix of veteran players and emerging talent from across the region.
Why it matters
The Duleep Trophy is a significant domestic tournament in Indian cricket, serving as a pathway for players to reach the national team.
India's T20 vice-captain Tilak Varma will lead South Zone in the upcoming Duleep Trophy, while Andhra veteran Ricky Bhui has been named his deputy.
India discard Karun Nair is also a part of the squad along with upcoming India A batter S.K. Rasheed.
Karnataka's R. Smaran and Hyderabad K. Himateja are also part of the squad.
Former India A glovesman N. Jagadeesan is also part of the squad.
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