Delhi will play Saurashtra and Railways next in their Ranji Trophy 2024-25 encounters.
The Delhi squad for the next two Ranji Trophy 2024-25 games has been finalized. Rishabh Pant has decided not to captain the team, enabling Ayush Badoni to stay in charge. Virat Kohli has also been included in the squad, however his participation is subject to availability.
On Thursday, the BCCI issued a 10-point guideline for India's contracted men's cricketers to "promote discipline, unity, and a positive team environment."
The document's main point is that players must be available for all domestic cricket matches. Noncompliance could lead to a loss of selection for overseas assignments and may have an impact on central contract renewals.
The BCCI said unequivocally that no exceptions would be permitted, except in "extraordinary circumstances," which would require approval from the selection panel head.
Virat Kohli's involvement in the next Ranji Trophy has opened up a new chapter, with reports in Indian media indicating that the veteran has sustained a neck sprain. Reports suggested that Kohli suffered the neck strain in Sydney during the fifth and final BGT Test and received treatment there.
According to Times of India, Kohli has received injections, and his participation in Ranji Trophy matches is in peril. However, according to a close source at DDCA, the Indian stalwart would be added to the squad 'subject to availability'. Even if he doesn’t play the match, there is a possibility of Kohli training with the Delhi squad.
Coming to Rishabh Pant, DDCA expects him to play both matches and has also expected him to captain the Delhi side. But reportedly, Pant has refused captaincy and instead will play in Ayush Badoni’s leadership.
The Delhi side is currently placed fourth in the Ranji Trophy Group D table with 14 points from five games.