Rohit Sharma to create history as first Indian captain in 17 years to play Ranji Trophy
Mumbai: Rohit Sharma, the Indian cricket team captain, is set to feature in a Ranji Trophy match for Mumbai against Jammu & Kashmir at the BKC Ground on 23 January. The 37-year-old joins the Mumbai squad alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal.
This appearance will mark a historic moment as Rohit becomes the first Indian Test captain since Anil Kumble in 2007 to participate in a Ranji Trophy match. Kumble represented Karnataka in a game against Himachal Pradesh, while Rahul Dravid also featured in the same match.
In addition, Virat Kohli is set to return to domestic cricket, playing for Delhi against Railways on 30 January. Rishabh Pant will also rejoin Delhi's squad for their match against Saurashtra, aiming to play a significant role.
Rohit's participation in the Ranji Trophy comes just ahead of India's ICC Champions Trophy campaign.
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Minor girl kidnapped and raped; main accused and two cafe owners held
Latur (PTI): A minor girl was allegedly kidnapped and raped by an 18-year-old man in Latur, leading to the arrest of the main accused and owners of two cafes where the crime occurred on December 4, police said on Saturday.
Police traced the girl within hours of registering the complaint. The accused, identified as Rihan Gulab Shaikh, was arrested based on the girl's complaint. Two others are owners of two cafes where the crime occurred, police said.
Police registered a case under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), POCSO Act, and the Prevention of Atrocities Act, an official said.
