RCB Star Mohammad Siraj Appointed Hyderabad Ranji Trophy Captain for Remainder of Season
Royal Challengers Bangalore pacer Mohammad Siraj has been handed a significant leadership role, being named the captain of the Hyderabad Ranji Trophy team for the remainder of the 2025-26 season. This appointment follows his recent return to the national ODI squad during the series against New Zealand.
Siraj steps into the role after Tilak Varma was ruled out due to injury. Despite having no prior professional captaincy experience, the selectors cited Siraj’s vast experience and achievements as the reason for the decision, viewing this stint as a potential trial for a full-time captaincy role next season. The 31-year-old fast bowler, who was the leading wicket-taker in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy last year, will lead Hyderabad in their crucial final two home fixtures against Mumbai and Chhattisgarh, as the team fights for a quarter-final spot in Elite Group D. This leadership opportunity marks a new chapter in the career of the star IPL bowler.
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“The appointment comes after he made his return to the ODI team during the ongoing series against New Zealand. With Hyderabad still in contention in Elite Group D, the selectors have handed the captaincy responsibility to Siraj for the final phase of the tournament.”
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#1 | Punjab Kings | 54 wickets | ||
| #2 | Gujarat Titans | 29 wickets | ||
#3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 21 wickets | ||
| #4 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 15 wickets | ||
| #5 | Rajasthan Royals | 14 wickets |
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“The appointment comes after he made his return to the ODI team during the ongoing series against New Zealand. With Hyderabad still in contention in Elite Group D, the selectors have handed the captaincy responsibility to Siraj for the final phase of the tournament.”
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