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Abhishek Porel included in Bengal squad for Ranji Trophy opener against Delhi

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 10:17 PM

Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Abhishek Porel included in Bengal squad for Ranji Trophy opener against Delhi

Summary

Abhishek Porel has been named in Bengal's 17-member squad for their Ranji Trophy season opener against Delhi, scheduled for October 8 in Kalyani. Porel, a wicketkeeper-batter, was recently granted bail after being arrested on allegations of rape. Bengal's squad includes senior pacers Mohammed Shami and Akash Deep. The match venue was switched from Eden Gardens due to scheduled festivities for Prime Minister Modi. Porel’s inclusion follows his participation in practice matches last month.

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•Porel was arrested in August on rape allegations and granted bail.
•Bengal's match against Delhi will take place at Bengal Cricket Academy Ground.
•The team includes notable players like Mohammed Shami and Akash Deep.
•Bengal aims to improve on last season's semi-final appearance.

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10:17 PMYahoo Sports — Out on bail after rape allegation, Abhishek Porel named in Bengal squad for Ranji Trophy opener against Delhi

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Wicketkeeper-batter Abhishek Porel has been included in Bengal's squad for their upcoming Ranji Trophy match. He was previously arrested on allegations of rape but has since been granted bail. The team has named a strong squad with senior pacers Mohammed Shami and Akash Deep included. Bengal's match against Delhi is set to take place in Kalyani to mark the season opener.
— Yahoo Sports

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