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Ranji Trophy 2025-26: Focus on Sarfaraz as Mumbai Faces J&K in Opening Round
Shivam Dube missed Mumbai's Ranji Trophy opener due to back stiffness caused by cold conditions, with the team relying on other all-rounders, Mumbai Cricket Association said.
- Mumbai faces Jammu & Kashmir in the opening round of the Ranji Trophy season, meeting again after J&K's upset win earlier this year, which marked their entry to the quarterfinals for only the third time.
- Shardul Thakur has taken over the captaincy from Ajinkya Rahane as Mumbai hopes for a strong start despite missing key player Shivam Dube due to back stiffness.
- Sarfaraz Khan aims to make an impact after recovering from injury, seeking to secure a spot in India's Test team while facing tough bowlers like Umran Malik and Aaqib Nabi.
- Mumbai seeks redemption after last year's loss to J&K and is determined to reclaim the Ranji title, which is viewed as essential in their competitive environment.
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Ranji Trophy 2025–26: Shivam Dube Removed From Mumbai’s Squad Against Jammu and Kashmir Due to Back Stiffness
Mumbai will be welcoming back all-rounder Musheer Khan, who missed the last season due to a road accident which left him with neck and collar bone injuries. Dube will have to wait for his Ranji return after the Australia tour. Also, Sarfaraz Khan is back in the squad, who was not picked for the West Indies series at home due to a quadriceps injury. Ranji Trophy 2025–26: Shivam Dube Removed From Mumbai’s Squad Against Jammu and Kashmir Due to Bac…
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sydneysun.comShivam Dube removed from Mumbai's Ranji squad due to back stiffness
Dube flew back home from Srinagar on Tuesday, and the move is believed to be a precaution as he is also a key part of the T20I squad, which will be playing in Australia after the conclusion of the ODI leg on October 23. The series will consist of five matches.
Shivam Dube ruled out of Mumbai's Ranji Trophy opener, know reason
Mumbai will be without star all-rounder Shivam Dube for their Ranji Trophy 2025-26 season opener against Jammu and Kashmir, starting Wednesday, October 15, in Srinagar. Dube, who had travelled with the squad, was forced to return home on Tuesday night after experiencing back stiffness, reportedly triggered by the chilly conditions in the valley. According to a source in the Mumbai Cricket Association, the medical team assessed the situation and …
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