Is Rohit Sharma's Return to Ranji Trophy a Desperate Move Amid International Criticism
CMS Admin | May 19, 2025, 13:50 IST
Rohit Sharma is training with the Mumbai team for the Ranji Trophy. He joined the squad ahead of their match against Jammu and Kashmir. The match is scheduled for January 23 at the Bandra-Kurla Complex. The Board of Control for Cricket in India wants players to participate in the Ranji Trophy when available.
Rohit Sharma, India's Test and ODI captain, has joined the Mumbai squad for training ahead of the second phase of the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season, fueling speculation that he may play in the upcoming match against Jammu and Kashmir starting January 23 at the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC). This decision aligns with a BCCI advisory encouraging Team India players to participate in the Ranji Trophy when not on national duty, even as Sharma faces scrutiny for his recent performance in international cricket. He participated in a two-hour center-wicket session at the Wankhede Stadium on Tuesday alongside his domestic outfit teammates. The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) is expected to announce the team later this week.
Rohit Sharma has commenced training with the Mumbai squad in preparation for the second phase of the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season. The team is preparing for their sixth-round home game against Jammu and Kashmir, which will begin on January 23 at the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC).
While the MCA has not yet confirmed the squad for the match, Rohit's presence at training suggests he may be available for one of the two remaining league games.
A source close to the MCA provided insights into Rohit's intentions.
âRohit has told the MCA that he will come for practice. At the moment, there are all indications that he's keen to play the match versus J&K.â
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has issued an informal advisory. This advisory encourages Team India players to prioritize Ranji Trophy participation when they are not on national duty or recovering from injuries.
Rohit's decision to join the Mumbai team aligns with this advisory. It comes even as he faces criticism for his recent form in international cricket.
Rohit's recent performance has been under scrutiny. He scored only 31 runs in three Tests during the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.
Mumbai hopes that Rohit Sharma's experience will strengthen their squad. They aim to secure crucial wins in the final phase of the Ranji Trophy league stage.
The MCA is expected to finalize and announce the team later this week.
Rohit Sharma has commenced training with the Mumbai squad in preparation for the second phase of the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season. The team is preparing for their sixth-round home game against Jammu and Kashmir, which will begin on January 23 at the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC).
While the MCA has not yet confirmed the squad for the match, Rohit's presence at training suggests he may be available for one of the two remaining league games.
A source close to the MCA provided insights into Rohit's intentions.
âRohit has told the MCA that he will come for practice. At the moment, there are all indications that he's keen to play the match versus J&K.â
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has issued an informal advisory. This advisory encourages Team India players to prioritize Ranji Trophy participation when they are not on national duty or recovering from injuries.
Rohit's decision to join the Mumbai team aligns with this advisory. It comes even as he faces criticism for his recent form in international cricket.
Rohit's recent performance has been under scrutiny. He scored only 31 runs in three Tests during the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.
Mumbai hopes that Rohit Sharma's experience will strengthen their squad. They aim to secure crucial wins in the final phase of the Ranji Trophy league stage.
The MCA is expected to finalize and announce the team later this week.