Rishabh Pant to captain Rest of India in Irani Cup
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 3:51 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Rishabh Pant has been named captain of the Rest of India team for the Irani Cup. Sarfaraz Khan will serve as vice-captain. The match is set to take place soon, with the team announcing Akash Deep’s inclusion, pending fitness checks. Pant's leadership follows his involvement in the national team, where he has garnered significant experience. This tournament is crucial for players looking to solidify their spots ahead of the domestic season.
- •Pant leads the Rest of India team for the Irani Cup.
- •Sarfaraz Khan is appointed vice-captain.
- •Akash Deep's selection is subject to fitness clearance.
- •The match is scheduled to occur soon.
- 3:51 PMESPNcricinfo — Irani Cup: Pant to lead Rest of India; Sarfaraz named vice-captain
"Akash Deep, who last played a competitive game in February, has been included, subject to fitness
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