Karnataka Faces Madhya Pradesh in Ranji Opener

As the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season kicks off, Karnataka faces a significant challenge against Madhya Pradesh, the defending champions and recent semifinalists. Karnataka has not won the title in a decade and is undergoing a transition with several new players, while veterans Mayank Agarwal and Manish Pandey are expected to lead the team. Madhya Pradesh, coached by Chandrakant Pandit, boasts a strong lineup that includes Rajat Patidar and Venkatesh Iyer. Meanwhile, Mumbai, coming off an eight-year title drought, aims to defend their championship while managing player roles effectively under captain Ajinkya Rahane. In another notable matchup, Uttar Pradesh will clash with Bengal, both teams seeking to improve on their previous season's performances. The tournament is set to showcase emerging talents and seasoned players alike as they vie for the prestigious title.