Yash Dayal returns to Uttar Pradesh Ranji Trophy camp ahead of season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 6:27 PM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026
Yash Dayal has been included in Uttar Pradesh's Ranji Trophy camp, returning after a 16-month absence from competitive cricket. The camp will begin on September 25 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. Dayal has not played since the IPL 2025 final, where he contributed to RCB's title win. He had previously sought to play for Chhattisgarh but remained with Uttar Pradesh after receiving assurances. His recent performances in trial matches suggest he is ready for the upcoming season, which kicks off on October 11 against Bihar.
- •Dayal last played competitive cricket in the IPL 2025 final.
- •Uttar Pradesh's Ranji Trophy camp starts on September 25.
- •Dayal had intended to play for Chhattisgarh this season.
- •His first match will be against Bihar on October 11.
- 6:27 PMYahoo Sports — Yash Dayal back in Uttar Pradesh Ranji Trophy camp
"Yash Dayal is set to return to Uttar Pradesh's Ranji Trophy setup, ending a prolonged period away from competitive cricket. He is being included in the Uttar Pradesh Ranji Trophy camp, starting on Friday in Lucknow. Dayal has not played any competitive cricket since the IPL 2025 final, which RCB won.
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