Ruturaj Gaikwad has been named captain of the West Zone squad for the upcoming Duleep Trophy, with Shams Mulani selected as vice-captain, according to NDTV. Times of India also reports Gaikwad will lead the West Zone team and highlights the inclusion of Prithvi Shaw in the squad. The outlets describe the West Zone group as “star-studded,” reflecting a mix of experienced and emerging domestic players.
Times of India adds that the Duleep Trophy is scheduled to begin on August 23, framing the tournament as the traditional start of India’s domestic cricket season. While the provided reports focus primarily on leadership roles and key selections, all sources align on the central announcement: Gaikwad’s appointment as captain for West Zone and Mulani’s appointment as vice-captain, along with the tournament’s August 23 start date. The squad details beyond these names are not specified in the excerpts shared.
