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Ravindra Jadeja joins Saurashtra for Ranji Trophy ahead of New Zealand Tests

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Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Ravindra Jadeja joins Saurashtra for Ranji Trophy ahead of New Zealand Tests

Summary

Ravindra Jadeja will represent Saurashtra in their opening match against Chhattisgarh in the 2026-27 Ranji Trophy, beginning October 11. The left-arm spinner aims to gain red-ball experience ahead of India's two-Test tour of New Zealand next month. Saurashtra looks to improve on last season's early exit, with Jaydev Unadkat continuing as captain. The team retained 14 players from the previous squad and will field new signings, including Neel Pandya and Arth Yadav. Jadeja, recently part of India's ODI victory over West Indies, did not bat in that series but is expected to make a significant contribution as both a bowler and an experienced player.

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•Jadeja returns to play for Saurashtra in Ranji Trophy opener against Chhattisgarh.
•The Ranji Trophy season starts on October 11, 2026.
•Jaydev Unadkat leads Saurashtra after a successful season with Sussex.
•Saurashtra aims to improve on last season's performance, retaining 14 players.
•India's Test series against New Zealand begins in November.

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