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Sanju Samson might just miss the start of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. His IPL teammate Jofra Archer hit Samson on the finger in the fifth T20I in Mumbai, after which the Indian superstar didn’t even come to keep wickets in the second innings. But now, news have come, saying that it might take more than a month for Samson to recover. Meanwhile, Mumbai announced their squad for the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal, with Prithvi Shaw once again ignored. Suryakumar Yadav and Shivam Dube have made their returns. Talking about returns, Virat Kohli had his superb Ranji Trophy return but now Delhi coach Sarandeep Singh has said that you might see Kohli turn up for his state side more frequently now. On that note, let us look at the top-most stories from February 3, Monday.
Virat Kohli to play more Ranji Trophy?
Virat Kohli has expressed his desire to continue playing Test cricket for India, despite recent struggles. His return to domestic cricket, playing for Delhi in the Ranji Trophy, was nothing less than a festival. Delhi’s head coach, Sarandeep Singh, revealed that Kohli wishes to represent his state in the coming years, whenever his international schedule permits. Kohli’s love for domestic cricket is evident, but his hectic international schedule may limit his appearances. Having said that, BCCI’s new diktat might just bless the Delhi crowd more in the times to come. Read more here: No Test retirement for Virat Kohli, Delhi coach hints at Ranji Trophy participation next season
Sanju Samson to miss IPL 2025?
Sanju Samson’s rough patch just got worse. The batter has fractured his right index finger and will be out of action for 5-6 weeks. This means he’ll miss Kerala’s Ranji Trophy quarterfinal and won’t be back in time for any matches before the Indian Premier League (IPL) starts on March 21. Samson is expected to join the Rajasthan Royals training camp then, but his injury is a big blow to his team and his own chances of getting back into form. Read more here: Finger injury rules Sanju Samson out of Ranji Trophy, won’t be fit before IPL 2025
No Prithvi Shaw for Mumbai, SKY-Dube in
The Mumbai Cricket Association has announced its 18-member squad for the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal against Haryana. Notably, Prithvi Shaw has been left out, possibly due to ongoing fitness and disciplinary concerns. In his place, Shivam Dube and Suryakumar Yadav have been added to bolster the middle order. Shaw, who was dropped from the Vijay Hazare Trophy, may now play for Northamptonshire County Cricket Club in the County Championship starting April 4. Read more here: No Prithvi Shaw, Suryakumar replaces Iyer in Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy squad
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New LSG team in the Hundred
The RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group, owners of the Lucknow Super Giants, have acquired a 49% stake in the Manchester Originals, a team in the English cricket league, The Hundred. The deal values the team at £116 million (Rs 1251 crore). The Lancashire Cricket Club will retain a 51% stake, but may sell some of its shares to the new owners. This marks the second Indian Premier League franchise to invest in The Hundred, after Mumbai Indians purchased the Oval Invincibles. Read more here: LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka bags Rs 1251 crore valued Manchester Originals
Jasprit Bumrah under scans
Jasprit Bumrah’s chances of playing in the ICC Champions Trophy are hanging in the balance due to a back stress injury he picked up during the Sydney Test. He’s currently undergoing further scans and assessments at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru. With the Champions Trophy squad deadline looming on February 11, the Indian team will be keeping their fingers crossed that Bumrah makes a speedy recovery. Read more here: Jasprit Bumrah reaches NCA for scans
IND vs PAK bigger than El Classico?
The ICC Champions Trophy match between India and Pakistan on February 23 has generated immense excitement, with all 25,000 tickets selling out in under an hour. This surpasses the time for the ticket sales for the El Clasico football match between Barcelona and Real Madrid. More tickets for IND vs PAK might just be released anytime soon. The high-octane match is scheduled to be played on Feb 23. Read more here: Bigger than El Clasico! 25,000 tickets for IND vs PAK Champions Trophy match sold out in 1 hour
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