Rajasthan prepares for Ranji Trophy opener against Tamil Nadu
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 10:20 AM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
Rajasthan will face Tamil Nadu in the Ranji Trophy opener at Sawai Mansingh Stadium on October 11. Newly-appointed captain Manav Suthar aims to inspire a young team amid turmoil following recent association elections with results sealed by the Supreme Court. Tamil Nadu, featuring experienced players and bolstered by Washington Sundar's inclusion, seeks a strong start to their season. The match marks the first meeting between the teams in over a decade, with Rajasthan last winning their encounter in the 2011-12 final.
- •Rajasthan Cricket Association election results are currently sealed by the Supreme Court.
- •Suthar hopes to motivate his teammates against a formidable Tamil Nadu lineup.
- •The match is the first meeting between the two teams since the 2011-12 final.
- •Tamil Nadu's squad includes new additions like Washington Sundar.
- •Injured regular bowlers will test the depth of Rajasthan's roster.
- 10:20 AMYahoo Sports — Rajasthan cricket seeks fresh start amid turmoil, faces tough Tamil Nadu test
"Rajasthan Cricket Association elections were recently conducted but results are currently sealed by the Supreme Court. Newly-appointed captain Manav Suthar aims to inspire young teammates in their upcoming match against Tamil Nadu. The Ranji Trophy opener will test the inexperienced players who have a chance to prove themselves. Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu's squad, bolstered by experienced players, seeks a strong start to the season.
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