Ranji Trophy 2025: Test Stars Like Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, and Shubman Gill Return to Domestic Cricket

With the Ranji Trophy set to resume, several Indian Test players are returning to domestic cricket, offering fans an exciting reason to follow first-class matches again.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recently mandated that players not involved in international games or recovering from injuries must participate in state-level cricket. This decision has brought many senior players back into the domestic arena after long breaks. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli faced criticism for not playing first-class matches, but Kohli has confirmed he will be available for Delhi’s next game against Railways, though he will miss the upcoming round.

Here’s a look at the key Test players featuring in the next round of Ranji Trophy:

Shubman Gill – Punjab

At 25, Shubman Gill, recently appointed vice-captain for India’s Champions Trophy 2025 squad, has struggled with consistency in recent national matches. Punjab’s clash against Karnataka at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium presents him with an opportunity to rediscover his form and confidence.

Rishabh Pant – Delhi

India’s star wicketkeeper-batter, Rishabh Pant, has consistently stood out amid the middle order’s struggles in Test cricket. Known for his aggressive style, Pant will be looking for a big score when Delhi faces Saurashtra at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot.

Yashasvi Jaiswal – Mumbai

The young opener has impressed in international Test matches, especially during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. Jaiswal will aim to solidify his spot in the Indian lineup by delivering a strong performance when Mumbai takes on Jammu and Kashmir at the Sharad Pawar Cricket Academy.

Rohit Sharma – Mumbai

The Indian captain is under pressure to regain form after a string of poor performances since the T20 World Cup 2024. The upcoming match against Jammu and Kashmir could be a crucial chance for Rohit to silence his critics and rediscover his rhythm with the bat.

Ravindra Jadeja – Saurashtra

The veteran all-rounder has faced questions about his fitness and long-term form. Jadeja will aim to prove his readiness in all departments of the game as Saurashtra takes on Delhi at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot.

This round of Ranji Trophy matches is shaping up to be an exciting platform for these players to prove themselves and prepare for upcoming international challenges.