Ranji Trophy 2024 is currently underway in India, and it is the number one domestic tournament of India in red-ball format. Several cricketers have used this platform to break into the Indian cricket team, while some senior players have even utilized this stage to revive their international careers.
It was recently reported that Shubman Gill considered playing a Ranji Trophy match for Punjab against Gujarat because of a decline in form. However, Gill regained his form by smashing a hundred in the second innings of the Vizag Test match against the England cricket team.
There is a long break between the second and third Test matches of the India vs England series. Here’s a list of three players who should utilize the break and go and play a Ranji Trophy match.
1. Mukesh Kumar should play Ranji Trophy match
Fast bowler Mukesh Kumar received an opportunity to play for India in the second Test against England. The pacer was taken to the cleaners by England’s specialist batters. While he managed to take one wicket in the second innings, it would be better for his confidence if he plays a domestic game.
2. KS Bharat
KS Bharat has done a brilliant job as a wicketkeeper for India in the first two Test matches, but as a batter, he was quite unimpressive. Perhaps, if he goes and plays a domestic match, he can regain his confidence as a batter and play fearlessly against England.
3. Shreyas Iyer
Shreyas Iyer played a big role in India’s win in the second Test by executing an incredible run-out of Ben Stokes. However, Iyer’s batting performances have not been so great in recent times. He can think of playing a domestic game as well in this break.
