Rajat Patidar named Central Zone captain for Duleep Trophy 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 6:08 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Rajat Patidar has been appointed captain of the Central Zone squad for the upcoming Duleep Trophy tournament, scheduled from August 23 to September 10 at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. Rinku Singh will serve as vice-captain. Saransh Jain is expected to miss the initial matches due to national Test commitments. The Central Zone squad is a mix of experienced players and emerging talents, including Aryan Juyal and Aman Mokhade. The Duleep Trophy marks the start of India's domestic red-ball cricket season, featuring several notable domestic performers.
- •Duleep Trophy matches run from August 23 to September 10.
- •Saransh Jain will likely miss early matches for national duties.
- •Central Zone features a mix of seasoned players and young talents.
- •Matches are hosted at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.
- 6:08 PMYahoo Sports — Duleep Trophy 2026: Central Zone hand Rajat Patidar captaincy, Rinku Singh named deputy
"Rajat Patidar will captain the Central Zone squad for the upcoming Duleep Trophy tournament. Rinku Singh has been named as his deputy for the prestigious domestic competition. Saransh Jain is expected to miss early matches while with the national Test team. The Central Zone squad features experienced batters and promising young domestic talents. This tournament marks the beginning of India's domestic red-ball cricket season.
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