Mayank Agarwal Named Karnataka Captain for Ranji Trophy

Mayank Agarwal has been appointed as the captain of Karnataka for the first two rounds of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season, as the team prepares to face Madhya Pradesh and Kerala. Agarwal will be looking to improve his performance following a lackluster Duleep Trophy, where he and pacer Prasidh Krishna struggled to make an impact. Krishna, also returning from injury, will aim to bolster his wicket tally after taking only four wickets in the Duleep Trophy. The squad includes notable players like Devdutt Padikkal and Vyshak Vijaykumar, while Vidwath Kaverappa is sidelined due to injury. The campaign kicks off on October 11 against Madhya Pradesh in Indore, followed by a match against Kerala in Bengaluru on October 18. Karnataka's lineup reflects a blend of experience and emerging talent as they pursue success in the prestigious tournament.