RCB Pacer Mohammed Siraj Takes Up Hyderabad Ranji Captaincy, Calls It a 'Great Honour'
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) pacer Mohammed Siraj has been handed the captaincy of the Hyderabad Ranji Trophy team for their upcoming Round 6 clash against Mumbai. Siraj steps into the leadership role in the absence of the injured Tilak Varma, marking a significant milestone in his domestic career.
Siraj expressed immense pride in taking on the captaincy, calling it a 'great honour' and a dream come true to lead his state team. The fast bowler previously gained experience captaining in the Hyderabad League and is now eager to embrace this new opportunity in India's elite red-ball competition. This development provides Siraj with valuable leadership experience, which could benefit RCB in future IPL campaigns.
Hyderabad, currently fourth in Elite Group D, will be looking to secure a crucial win under Siraj's leadership against table-toppers Mumbai, starting January 22 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.
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“It is a great honour. As a player, it is a dream to represent your state and then lead it. I captained in the Hyderabad League earlier, and now I am doing it again. It is a good opportunity, and I will enjoy it,””
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#1 | Punjab Kings | 221 wickets | ||
#2 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 198 wickets | ||
#3 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 192 wickets | ||
| #4 | Mumbai Indians | 183 wickets | ||
| #5 | Rajasthan Royals | 170 wickets |
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“It is a great honour. As a player, it is a dream to represent your state and then lead it. I captained in the Hyderabad League earlier, and now I am doing it again. It is a good opportunity, and I will enjoy it,””
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