Ishan Kishan is named captain of the East Zone squad for the 2026 Duleep Trophy, with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi appointed vice-captain. Multiple reports say the squad combines established players returning to domestic cricket and emerging talent. Mohammed Shami is included in the East Zone group and is reported to be returning to domestic action. Shami joins other pace options such as Mukesh, according to the ESPN Cricinfo report. Both sources also identify the same absentees: Riyan Parag and Akash Deep do not feature in the squad as they continue recuperation following recent surgeries. The team is therefore set with a leadership pair of Kishan and Sooryavanshi, while key domestic players miss out due to ongoing rehabilitation. The Duleep Trophy squad composition reflects a mix of international experience and player development as preparations begin for the tournament.
Ishan Kishan to lead East Zone in 2026 Duleep Trophy; Sooryavanshi named vice-captain
Ishan Kishan is named captain of the East Zone squad for the 2026 Duleep Trophy, with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi appointed vice-captain. Multiple reports say the squad combines established players returning...
- Ishan Kishan is selected as captain of the East Zone team for the 2026 Duleep Trophy.
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is named vice-captain.
- Mohammed Shami is included and returns to domestic cricket action.
- Mukesh is part of the East Zone squad.
- Riyan Parag and Akash Deep are absent while recovering from surgery.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been appointed vice-captain for the East Zone squad. He will serve as deputy to Ishan Kishan in the Duleep Trophy 2026. Experienced pacer Mohammed Shami also returns to domestic cricket action. The squad features a blend of international cricketers and emerging talent. Riyan Parag and Akash Deep are absent due to rehabilitation.
3 hours agoThe squad includes Shami and Mukesh, while Parag and Akash Deep weren't considered as they continue to recuperate from surgeries
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