Top Players Missing from Duleep Trophy 2024-25
- Top Indian cricket players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are missing from the Duleep Trophy 2024-25 squad.
- The tournament will still feature international stars such as Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja, and others.
- Fans are eager to see how the absence of key players will impact the competition.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the squads for the upcoming Duleep Trophy, set to commence on September 5 in Bengaluru. Senior players, including captain Rohit Sharma, star batter Virat Kohli, and key bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and R Ashwin, have received exemptions, allowing a blend of experienced and emerging talent in the selection process. Notably, Ishan Kishan returns to the fold after missing the Ranji Trophy last season to prioritize the IPL. The squads feature a mix of established players and promising newcomers. Suryakumar Yadav will lead Team C, which includes young pacers Anshul Khamboj and Himanshu Chauhan, while Mohammed Siraj and Ravindra Jadeja are part of Team B alongside Rishabh Pant and Yashasvi Jaiswal. Shubman Gill will captain Team A, which boasts players like Kuldeep Yadav and KL Rahul. Team D, led by Shreyas Iyer, includes Kishan, Axar Patel, and Arshdeep Singh, highlighting the depth of talent available. However, pace sensation Mayank Yadav will miss the tournament due to a lower abdominal injury. BCCI Secretary Jay Shah confirmed that players selected for the home Test series against Bangladesh will be replaced in the Duleep Trophy, ensuring that the competition remains competitive and relevant. The finalized squads reflect a strategic approach by selectors, aiming to balance experience with the potential of younger players, setting the stage for an exciting tournament.