Domestic players gear up for Duleep Trophy as new season approaches
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 8:01 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
The Duleep Trophy begins on August 27, featuring key domestic talents aiming for national selection. Players like Sarfaraz Khan, who made his Test debut in 2024, and Auqib Nabi, showcasing 104 wickets in recent seasons, lead the charge. Young prospects Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and R Smaran look to establish themselves, while established players like Mohammed Shami eye comebacks. The tournament serves as crucial preparation for the Ranji Trophy and upcoming international fixtures against New Zealand and Australia.
- •Duleep Trophy starts on August 27 at BCCI Centre of Excellence.
- •Sarfaraz Khan scored 1538 runs in two Ranji seasons before debuting.
- •Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, aims to showcase longer-format capabilities.
- •Smaran was the highest run-scorer in the previous Ranji Trophy season.
- •Selectors will consider performances for future tours against New Zealand and Australia.
- 8:01 AMYahoo Sports — Duleep Trophy: 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi faces red-ball test
- 7:33 PMYahoo Sports — Duleep Trophy: India’s next Test stars await their big break as domestic season begins
"In India's cricketing evolution, domestic artists are vying for spots on the national team. The inspiring tales of Sarfaraz Khan and Auqib Nabi motivate budding cricketers as they prepare for the Duleep Trophy. Emerging stars like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and R Smaran are lighting up red-ball cricket with their talent, while Harsh Dubey and SK Rasheed aim to make impactful performances that grab selectors’ attention for upcoming Test series.
"In Sri Lanka, Indian domestic cricket players Saransh Jain and Manav Suthar are gearing up for the Test series ahead. As the Duleep Trophy launches this Sunday, the excitement of the domestic season begins. Watch out for 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a standout from his T20 debut following a stellar IPL 2026. The upcoming red-ball format will be vital for many of these athletes.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 8:01 AMDuleep Trophy: 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi faces red-ball test
In Sri Lanka, Indian domestic cricket players Saransh Jain and Manav Suthar are gearing up for the Test series ahead. As the Duleep Trophy launches this Sunday, the excitement of the domestic season begins. Watch out for 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a standout from his T20 debut following a stellar IPL 2026. The upcoming red-ball format will be vital for many of these athletes.
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 7:33 PMDuleep Trophy: India’s next Test stars await their big break as domestic season begins
In India's cricketing evolution, domestic artists are vying for spots on the national team. The inspiring tales of Sarfaraz Khan and Auqib Nabi motivate budding cricketers as they prepare for the Duleep Trophy. Emerging stars like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and R Smaran are lighting up red-ball cricket with their talent, while Harsh Dubey and SK Rasheed aim to make impactful performances that grab selectors’ attention for upcoming Test series.
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