Mumbai Make Big Captaincy Call, Veteran Removed Due To Workload Management Ahead Of Ranji Trophy
· Sports · NDTV Sports, Sportstar
Mumbai have removed Ajinkya Rahane from captaincy ahead of the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season, opting to manage the veteran batter's workload. The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has not publicly named his replacement. Rahane, who led Mumbai in recent domestic seasons, was replaced under a workload management policy. The decision comes as Mumbai prepare for their opening Ranji Trophy fixture of the new season. Further details on the new captain are awaited.
Why it matters
The move frees Rahane to focus on his batting and India selection claims, while handing the leadership reins to a younger player who will gain captaincy experience ahead of a long domestic season.
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