The Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA) has announced its 15-member squad for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. The reins of the team have been handed to experienced fast bowler Deepak Chahar, while left-arm spinner Manav Suthar has been appointed as the vice-captain.
Placed in Elite Group A, the Rajasthan team will play all its league matches at venues in Mumbai. The selectors have tried to create a balance of experience and youth energy in the team, which also includes several IPL stars.
Rahul Chahar returns, Khaleel Ahmed out
Putting an end to speculation surrounding leg-spinner Rahul Chahar, he will take the field for Rajasthan this time as well. However, injury-plagued left-arm fast bowler Khaleel Ahmed has failed to secure a spot in the team. Khaleel was injured while playing for Chennai Super Kings and is currently recovering after a hamstring surgery.
Full schedule of the Rajasthan team
- November 14: Against Uttar Pradesh (First match)
- November 16: Against Jharkhand
- November 18: Against Chandigarh
- November 20: Against Baroda (Day-Night)
- November 22: Against Mizoram
- November 24: Against Karnataka
- November 26: Against Bengal (Final league match)
List of 15 selected players
The Rajasthan squad announced for the domestic T20 tournament includes Deepak Chahar (captain), Manav Suthar (vice-captain), Mahipal Lomror, Kartik Sharma, Rahul Chahar, Abhijeet Tomar, Ajay Raj Singh, Kunal Singh Rathore, Mukul Choudhary, Ramniwas Golada, Rohan Rajbahar, Himanshu Singh Rana, Honey Pratap Singh, Himanshu Nehra and Abhishek Mund.