As anticipation reaches its peak, the stage is set for the exhilarating Duleep Trophy, marking the commencement of India’s domestic cricket season on June 28. Six zonal teams—North, South, West, East, Central, and North East—will converge in Bangalore, where cricketing excellence will unfold.
Hanuma Vihari to lead South Zone
In a significant announcement, the experienced Indian batter Hanuma Vihari has been entrusted with the captaincy of the South Zone, adding further flair to the highly competitive tournament. Vihari’s astute leadership skills and cricketing acumen make him an ideal choice to guide his team towards glory. Alongside him, the explosive opener Mayank Agarwal has been named the vice-captain, forming a formidable leadership duo.
The star-studded South Zone lineup features a galaxy of cricketing talents, including the promising Sai Sudharsan, the agile KS Bharat, the versatile all-rounder Washington Sundar, and many more. With their skills honed and spirits high, the South Zone team is determined to leave an indelible mark on the Duleep Trophy.
West Zone and South Zone already qualified
In this thrilling five-match tournament, the finalists from the previous season earn a coveted spot in the semi-finals, while the remaining four teams will engage in fierce quarterfinal battles. The winners of these high-stakes encounters will lock horns with the mighty West and South Zones in the semi-finals, vying for a spot in the ultimate showdown.
In the previous season’s epic showdown, West Zone emerged triumphant, crushing South Zone by a massive margin of 294 runs. The electric performances of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sarfaraz Khan set the stage ablaze, leaving fans eager to witness which side will rise to dominance in the forthcoming tournament.
Notably, this year’s Duleep Trophy commences earlier than ever, igniting the passion of fans and players alike. The battle begins with a captivating clash between Central and East Zones in the first quarterfinal, while the North Zone and North East Zone engage in a fierce encounter in the second quarterfinal. Excitement builds towards the grand finale, scheduled to grace the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on July 12.
South Zone Squad: Hanuma Vihari (Captain), Mayank Agarwal, Sai Sudarshan, Ricky Bhui, R Samarth, KS Bharat, Washington Sundar, Sachin Baby, Pradosh Ranjan Paul, Sai Kishore, V Kaverappa, V Vyshak, KV Sasikanth, Darshan Misal, Tilak Varma
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