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Tilak Varma named South Zone captain for Duleep Trophy

ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 3:51 PM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Tilak Varma named South Zone captain for Duleep Trophy
Summary

Tilak Varma will lead South Zone in the upcoming Duleep Trophy, with Ricky Bhui serving as vice-captain. The team features a strong middle order, including Karun Nair and R Smaran from Karnataka. The tournament is anticipated to showcase top talent from across India. Preparations for the Duleep Trophy are underway, with teams finalizing their squads ahead of the matches.

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  • •Tilak Varma appointed as South Zone captain
  • •Ricky Bhui named vice-captain
  • •Karun Nair and R Smaran to strengthen the middle order
  • •Duleep Trophy set to feature top Indian talent
  • •Teams preparing for upcoming matches
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  • 3:51 PMESPNcricinfo — Tilak Varma to lead South Zone in Duleep Trophy; Ricky Bhui named vice-captain
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They will be part of a strong middle order, comprising Karnataka's Karun Nair and R Smaran

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